Celebrate National Oatmeal Month with a Better Oats Giveaway



Did you know that January is National Oatmeal Month? Apparently more oatmeal is consumed in January than any other month. Maybe it has something to do with the weather, or maybe it's because January is the time when people resolve to eat better. Personally, I don't care what month it is; we eat oatmeal year-round! It's delicious and filling, and comes with a host of health benefits:

* Oats contain soluble fiber, which soaks up cholesterol in the intestines, where they eventually get carried out of the body); as a result, the body replaces the cholesterol in the intestines with cholesterol in the bloodstream -- which lowers the amount of cholesterol in the blood! What could be better for your heart? (coincidentally, February is American Heart Month!)

* Oats are a great source of protein, dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.

* Since oatmeal is high in fiber, eating it helps keep you full longer, which helps with weight management.

* The whole grains in oatmeal help control blood glucose levels and give you a steady source of energy.

* Oatmeal is wonderful for dry, itchy skin; the natural, lubricating fats in oats allow oatmeal to be a great moisturizer and can leave a thin layer of protection on the skin.


The only problem with oatmeal is how long it takes to cook; instant oatmeal takes only minutes in the microwave, but the flavored varieties are quite high in sugar. But ever since I reviewed Better Oats oatmeal last year, it has become my oatmeal of choice. Their varieties are generally lower in sugar than other instant oatmeal brands, they use 100% whole grain oats, and they add flax seed for extra nutrition. I'm addicted to the taste of their Oat Heads Berry Blast, and not a week goes by when I don't heat up a bowl or two for breakfast. I have it down to a science -- tear packet, pour into bowl, fill packet with water up to fill line, pour water into bowl, microwave uncovered on high for 1 minute, 20 seconds -- so even though my mornings are a huge rush, I can still enjoy a hot bowl of Better Oats oatmeal.

Whether you’re a once-in-a-while oatmeal eater or the everyday sort, January is a great time to celebrate oatmeal! Here are several ways to celebrate this delicious, healthy food:

* Try this easy recipe using instant oatmeal:

No Bake Cookies from Thrifty Fun (note: These come out more like energy bars than cookies; they are pretty moist, with a nice peanut-butter-chocolate flavor, and my kids love them! This recipe can be halved if you want a smaller yield)

2 C. Sugar (note, I used only 2/3 c sugar since I used flavored instant oatmeal)
2 Tblsp. Cocoa
1/2 C. Butter
1/2 C. Milk
1/2 C. Peanut Butter
1 Tsp. Vanilla
5 C. Instant Oatmeal (note: I used Better Oats' Oat Revolution Maple & Brown Sugar instant oatmeal, 12 individual packets)

Combine sugar, cocoa, butter, milk and peanut butter and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add vanilla and oats. Stir until combined. Drop by tsp. on wax paper or spead in a pan, cool and cut in squares.

Here are a couple of other recipes that use instant oatmeal:
Brown Sugar Instant Muffins
Instant Oatmeal Cookie


* This eHow article has lots of fun ways to celebrate National Oatmeal Month

* Last but not least, celebrate by joining my giveaway below! We're picking TEN winners so lots of people get a prize!


Win a month's supply of Better Oats oatmeal

To celebrate National Oatmeal Month, Better Oats is giving away TEN cases of Better Oats oatmeal to TEN lucky Bonggamom Finds readers! That's right, ten of you will get a month's supply of a variety of yummy Better Oats.

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I joined the Better Oats National Oatmeal Month giveaway on Bonggamom Finds! Ten lucky winners will receive a month's worth of Better Oats and you could be one of them! Enter by Feb. 14 at www.tinyurl.com/bonggaprizes

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TEN winners will receive a month's supply of oatmeal (10 winners)! Enter the Better Oats giveaway on @bonggafinds http://tinyurl.com/bonggaprizes #giveaways


The Rules
This giveaway ends at 11:59PM PST on February 14, 2011 (since oatmeal is good for the heart, and February is American Heart Month, and you know what the symbol of Valentine's Day is!). I will draw 10 winners at random on February 15 and post the winners' names after they confirm acceptance. US addresses only. For additional giveaway rules, click here. Good luck!




Disclosure: I did not receive a sample or monetary compensation for this post. Thanks to Better Oats for providing the prizes for this giveaway. Product information was taken from the Better Oats website and is clearly indicated in italics. The views and opinions expressed here are my own.

126 Comments, Leave yours here:

Anonymous said...

I usully eat my oatmeal with honey, walnuts, and raisens, but I sometimes take leftover oatmeal and cook it with an egg and a dash of cinnamon -- trust me, it's yummy.
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janetfaye on January 27, 2011 at 11:50 PM said...

I like Oatmeal with slice Bananas and dried Cherries.

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Teresa Young on January 28, 2011 at 8:23 AM said...

I like my oatmeal straight - just plain oatmeal, no added sugar, nut or anything.

Teresa Young on January 28, 2011 at 8:24 AM said...

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Renee G on January 28, 2011 at 11:27 AM said...

My favorite way to eat oatmeal is with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Kimberly on January 28, 2011 at 11:31 AM said...

I enjoy eating my oatmeal with brown sugar and raisins.
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phxbne on January 28, 2011 at 2:25 PM said...

with milk and brown sugar

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moushka on January 28, 2011 at 9:21 PM said...

I love mine with butter and brown sugar.

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Steph S said...

I like to eat my oatmeal with milk and brown sugar.

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janetfaye on January 30, 2011 at 5:09 PM said...

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Natalia said...

I like to eat oatmeal with diced peaches
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John said...

I like oatmeal with strawberries and whipped cream
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phxbne on January 31, 2011 at 11:22 AM said...

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Steph on January 31, 2011 at 2:44 PM said...

I like my oatmeal plain as long it has a sweet taste to it. Otherwise I will add a touch of brown sugar or honey for flavor.

Steph on January 31, 2011 at 2:46 PM said...

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♡♥♬ Raven In A Blue Room ♬♥♡ on February 1, 2011 at 4:46 PM said...

I like oatmeal with brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg

Thank you for hosting this giveaway

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Tamara B. on February 1, 2011 at 8:18 PM said...

I love to eat my oatmeal in a granola mix. or baked oatmeal cookies
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furygirl3132 on February 4, 2011 at 12:21 PM said...

I love to try all the different flavors of oatmeal that are out there today, so I never have the same flavor twice in a row, honestly. If I have plain oatmeal, I like to add some brown sugar or fresh strawberries to it, so good! Thanks so much for hosting this great giveaway!

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Madeleine on February 4, 2011 at 1:47 PM said...

I enjoy oatmeal with one or more of the following:

Yogurt
cinnamon
applesauce
other fruit
dried fruit such as:
craisins,
cherries
raisins

Steph on February 5, 2011 at 5:40 AM said...

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Marla on February 5, 2011 at 6:21 PM said...

I like to eat mine with strawberries.

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Angela on February 5, 2011 at 7:46 PM said...

I like cinnamon with mine.
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Kimberley on February 6, 2011 at 11:30 AM said...

I like my better oats with milk & a few frozen berries! Mmm!

Jaime on February 6, 2011 at 6:41 PM said...

I like oatmeal with a little brown sugar
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Steph on February 7, 2011 at 5:36 AM said...

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cyndi br said...

I eat my oatmeal with sliced bananas and some flax seed
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rave07 on February 7, 2011 at 12:02 PM said...

I enjoy eating my maple and brown sugar oatmeal with my 9 month baby. He loves it just as much.

sweetjudyblue on February 7, 2011 at 12:51 PM said...

I like my oatmea with maple syrup and brown sugar

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FIBERONE on February 7, 2011 at 1:33 PM said...

I like instant flavored oatmeal-maple & brown sugar, bananas & cream. I add a little more water than suggested to make it creamier and have it for breakfast with a cup of coffee.

Mark Manz on February 7, 2011 at 6:40 PM said...

My favorite way to eat oatmeal is with some blueberries, strawberries, and a touch of brown sugar. Better Oats are my favorite for sure, would love to win a month's supply

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susitravl on February 7, 2011 at 7:40 PM said...

I like my oatmeal with milk and brown sugar.
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Yukonslong on February 7, 2011 at 7:41 PM said...

I love the Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal

OATS are GREAT ANYTIME

Vivian said...

I love Apples and Cinnemon in my oatmeal. however, many flavors are great.

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Anne on February 9, 2011 at 3:48 AM said...

My kids love instant oatmeal, and it is their before school breakfast most days.
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Tina on February 9, 2011 at 8:34 AM said...

I like my oatmeal straight
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M's giveaway blog on February 11, 2011 at 10:16 AM said...

I love to eat oatmeal in cookie form haha! Actually, I love oatmeal in breads too. It makes the softest, most delcious breads!

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Cori Westphal on February 11, 2011 at 1:07 PM said...

I love oatmeal as a midnight snack! It warms me up from the inside out and helps me fall asleep. And I almost always add bananas. Yummy!

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cw on February 11, 2011 at 3:03 PM said...

Love oatmeal for breakfast and in cookies
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Jessica on February 11, 2011 at 7:39 PM said...

I like oatmeal with a little bit of sugar and a splash of milk
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Anonymous said...

in oatmeal chocolate chip cookies!
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Anonymous said...

My favorite way to enjoy oatmeal is eating for breakfast with a nice glass of milk!

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cheercfa07 on February 13, 2011 at 12:04 PM said...

I like oatmeal with banana and cinnamon

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Betty N on February 13, 2011 at 1:14 PM said...

I enjoy oatmeal as a breakfast cereal on a cold day..I add a touch of sugar and skim milk and serve with soft toast from the oven

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JC on February 14, 2011 at 11:22 PM said...

I like it with soymilk and fresh fruit like blueberries.

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Kristen on February 16, 2011 at 12:56 AM said...

I like my oatmeal with cashews, cranberries and a little brown sugar.

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bonggamom on March 2, 2011 at 8:43 AM said...

Congrats to the winners! They are:

Teresa #8
cyndi br #67
Anne #89
mnsteph #123
Tina #95
Kristen #132
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