What is muesli and why is it good for breakfast?
By
Eloísa Carmona - 2020-12-28T16:03:41Z
Looking for new egg-free breakfasts may seem like a daunting task, but there are actually countless healthy options we can choose from, such as the one presented here, even if you don't yet know what muesli is.Typically made with oats, nuts, fruits, and seeds, muesli is a great source of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein, making it good for breakfast, although it also has other uses, such as in snacks and desserts.What is muesliMuesli is a mixture of cereals, dried fruits, and seeds, and the difference between muesli and granola is that the former is eaten raw, uncooked, while granola is baked and often has sweeteners like honey added.Thus, muesli is not baked and can be served cold or hot. On the other hand, while eating oats for breakfast is something the ancient Greeks already did, the idea of eating cold cereals is relatively new, which is why muesli like granola are modern breakfasts, popularized by doctors promoting alternative health in the 19th century.Since it contains a variety of food groups, it is good for breakfast for many reasons, and below we list some of its benefits of muesli:Contains fiber that helps improve your digestion.Helps reduce bad cholesterol and keeps your heart healthy.Gives you energy throughout the day.Is a good source of vitamins, minerals such as iron, antioxidants, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.Muesli can be eaten mixed with yogurt and fruits, or with plant-based milks like almond, soy, or coconut, for example. Besides being good, it is a simple and practical breakfast, as it does not require cooking, and there are many packaged muesli mixes available in supermarkets; you just have to make sure to choose the right one that does not contain added sugars.