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For many years, maca root has been known to be a natural medicine that helps with anemia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and other issues related to energy and memory. However, maca root has recently grown significantly in popularity as a superfood. Move over avocados. The maca root is here! So, what exactly is the maca root? Well, it’s scientifically known as Lepidium meyenii. But, we get it, that’s a little difficult to pronounce. So, maca root will do just fine. The maca plant mainly grows in the Andes of central Peru and is considered a cruciferous vegetable. This means that it’s...

The journey to weight loss is never an easy one. There’s tons of different fad diets, foods to avoid(or not avoid?), and people offering advice even if you didn’t ask for it. But one thing is for sure, weight loss is possible! You’ve just got to cut through all the noise, eat a healthy diet, and get your exercise. That being said, sometimes it can be hard to find the right information about certain foods with all the conflicting information out there. We don’t claim to know all the secrets to weight loss here at  Oats Overnight, but one thing...

Who doesn’t love oatmeal? It’s a great breakfast, and it’s (usually) super easy to make. With that being said, there are quite a few different types of oats out there. How do you know which one to choose? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Today in the Oats Overnight blog, we’ll do a quick breakdown of all the different types of oats. Types of Oats Let’s take a quick look at all the different types of oats: Steel-Cut Oats are harvested, and the stalks and hulls are removed to get to the kernel, also known as an oat groat. Which is...

Oh, gluten, you’re awfully hard to avoid, aren’t you? For people who have gluten sensitivities or suffer from celiac disease, it can be tough to find foods that are safe to eat. This is especially the case when you consider that even naturally gluten-free foods aren’t always quite what they seem. But what about oatmeal? Oatmeal is a delicious, nutritious, and filling breakfast option. But are oats gluten free? Find out in this Oats Overnight blog! What is Gluten Anyway? If you don’t have gluten allergies, you’ve probably heard what gluten is by now and wondered what all the fuss...

Oh no! Your blood sugar is spiking and the first thing that pops into your mind is “a spoonful of insulin helps the sugar go down!” But, sometimes insulin doesn’t always help with keeping your blood sugars low. And we won’t sugarcoat it for you--pun intended. If you’re not engaging in healthy habits such as regular exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, it’s likely that you won’t be able to keep your condition under control. If you aren’t sure which foods are good for diabetes and keeping blood sugars low, that’s probably the reason why you landed on this article...