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No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies A Typical Gamer Choice
Health Benefits
Oatmeal
Oats are among the healthiest grains on earth. They're a gluten-free whole grain and a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Studies show that oats and oatmeal have many health benefits.These include weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and a reduced risk of heart disease.
Cocoa
Though over consumption of chocolate is certainly not good for blood sugar control, cocoa does, in fact, have some anti-diabetic effects.Test-tube studies indicate that cocoa flavanols can slow down carbohydrate digestion and absorption in the gut, improve insulin secretion, reduce inflammation and stimulate the uptake of sugar out of the blood into the muscle. Some studies have shown that a higher intake of flavanols, including those from cocoa, can result in a lower risk of type 2 diabetes.
Peanut Butter
Peanut butter isn’t just for school lunches. This versatile spread is surprisingly good for your health. The high protein and healthy oils help with weight loss, diabetes and even Alzheimer's disease.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 3 tablespoons cocoa
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 3 cups oats, rolled and uncooked
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Combine sugar, cocoa, margarine and milk in saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and add peanut butter, vanilla and rolled oats. Stir well.
- Drop by teaspoon on waxed paper.
- When cool your all done enjoy!
