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Stress-Balancing Breakfast Bowl

Stress Balancing Nutrition: 7 Powerful Foods That Lower Cortisol Naturally


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  • Author: Raelynn
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 bowl 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This stress-balancing breakfast bowl is packed with magnesium, B-vitamins, and antioxidants to support your nervous system and lower cortisol. It’s creamy, satisfying, and takes just minutes to make.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup water or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 banana, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat)
  • 1/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon chia seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook oats in water or almond milk over medium heat for 4–5 minutes until soft.
  2. Scoop oats into a bowl and top with Greek yogurt.
  3. Add sliced banana and blueberries.
  4. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, and cinnamon.
  5. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy mindfully.

Notes

Use frozen fruit to save money and boost antioxidants.

Swap pumpkin seeds for walnuts or sunflower seeds.

For extra protein, stir in a scoop of collagen or plant-based protein.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg