I tried: Yumi Probiotic Oats
From where: Walmart
How much: $4.47 for a box of 5 packs on sale.
The results:
Taste and texture: Very similar to regular instant oats you can buy from any brand. I normally like to make mine with a kettle but these were very good made in the microwave. The portion is generous, about double other brands. I tried the blueberry pancake and the chocolate hazelnut flavours. The picture is the blueberry made with milk and water in the microwave. I added frozen blueberries to make it look more photogenic.
Nutrients: These are a convenient option for protein & fibre.. They have 5g of protein and 5g fibre per 50g packet, which is great for an instant oatmeal. That’s also a little under double the size of other options (usually 30g packs). This was great and kept me full through some busy mornings. Sugar content in relation to the portion size is similar to other brands. They also say they have over 1 billion heat-resistant probiotics per serving. I’m unsure about this claim, especially when I started digging and also found it hard to find these oats. It seems like the company is phasing them out and I must have bought one of the last couple of boxes. Their new “morning oats” are $9.99 for 8 33g packs with 5g fibre & 3g protein.
Cons: They are a pricier option. It’s hard to justify the cost, especially when you can buy chia seeds, ground flax seeds or your favourite fibre and add that to regular, cheaper oats. I like that Quaker Oats has lower sugar content options and I like to use those and add my own extras and topping.
Bottom line: This brand of oats could be a good option for busy individuals looking to increase their fibre amount. There’s nothing wrong with utilizing other brands as a base for your breakfast and adding nutrition as possible.
Consider working with a dietitian if you’re unsure about how new food products fit into your diet. Working with a dietitian at Evolve is less about us telling you what to eat and more about giving you the tools and education to evaluate products and make decisions for yourself long-term.
Disclaimer: As always, I do not get paid or in any way benefit from reviewing food and nutrition products. Foods that work for one person may not work for someone else.
-Kassandra Lestrat RD
