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Pumpkin Spiced Oatmeal – Increasing nutrient absorption, helping you stay regular and improving bowel health are just some of the digestive advantages of oatmeal. Pumpkin is very easy to digest because it’s low in starch and sugar, but still high in fibre. It’s also a soft food so your body doesn’t have to go through much to break it down. – water, alternative milk (soy, almond or rice milk), pinch Himalayan salt, rolled oats (quick cooking), cinnamon, pumpkin puree (either from a jar, or homemade, from fresh pumpkin), almond butter, goji berries, vanilla extract or vanilla bean powder, ground flax seed (optional), 100% pure maple syrup, chopped pecans, (lightly toasted if you like), raisins or goji berries optional, Bring water, milk and salt to a boil. Add oats and turn heat to medium low, stirring occasionally to prevent bubbling over and sticking. Cook for 4 or 5 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed and the oats are soft.; Stir in pumpkin puree, almond butter, vanilla, raisins or goji berries (if using), cinnamon and simmer on low, stirring occasionally for another couple of minutes.; Remove from heat and stir in ground flax meal and maple syrup.; Pour into serving bowl and top with chopped pecans.; –