Oatmeal is a wonderful breakfast choice that can help you start your morning off right. But are you getting the most potential out of this oat? Instant oats are a popular choice, because they’re quick to prepare. But instant oats are quick and easy for a reason – they’ve been shaved down to size, removing much of the oat’s natural fiber and nutrients. Instant oatmeal also has sodium, sugar and other not-so-healthy additives. If you want the best oatmeal for your health, make time in the mornings to prepare rolled oats on the stove or in the microwave. Opt for steel-cut oats or old-fashioned oats, both of which have even more of the bran and germ intact. If you just can’t make time for cooking the old-fashioned way, try Quaker Oatmeal’s new Weight Control oatmeal, which has some added goodness. This instant breakfast offers six grams of fiber, seven grams of protein and just one gram of sugar.