Is overnight oats good for weight loss?
In moderation, paired with protein. One serving (1 jar) has 337 kcal and 12 g protein.
337kcal
12 gprotein
48 gcarbs
11 gfat
Why
- 3.6 g protein per 100 kcal (low; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 337 kcal a serving is 19% of a 1,800 kcal fat-loss day, and 12 g is 10% of 120 g protein.
- It is mostly carbs (48 g), which is fine in a planned portion but easy to overeat.
The portion to aim for
½ jar keeps it to 169 kcal with 6 g protein.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 jar | 337 | 12 g |
| ½ jar | 169 | 6 g |
More protein per calorie in south Indian and quick breakfasts
- Khaman dhokla201 kcal · 9 g protein · 4 pieces
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Whey shake with milk265 kcal · 32 g protein · 1 glass
- Soya chunks curry178 kcal · 16 g protein · 1 katori · 150 g