When you're a creative, and I imagine that you are, discovering new ways to spice up classic recipes is always fun. What makes it even better is when you can make your food delicious & nutritious. Yes, I just said that.
Pure oats are actually gluten free. And even if you do not have celiac disease or obvious gluten sensitivities eating gluten free is healthier for your gut and the lining of your intestines anyways. Oatmeal Is a soothing food and calms inflammation.
I avoid putting dairy in my oats because dairy is an inflammatory. The disadvantages of consuming dairy is quite heavier than the benefits that dairy offer. Especially when you are dealing with an ailment.

Wait minute, you're probably wondering why this photo of my oatmeal doesn't even look like oatmeal right? Dont worry about it. I got you! I have garnished this regular bowl of oats with nutritional delights. Shortly after I took this photo, I added a splash of organic almond milk and devoured it. 

​Can you tell what any of my toppings are? At least one looks familiar right? Well, I started with almond butter. Almond butter is heart healthy, increases blood flow and is high in magnesium. Almonds are also known for its major energy boosting properties that also help boost metabolism and curb the appetite. 
Putting dates in oatmeal isn't really all that uncommon. But have you discovered date syrup yet? It's a great natural option for sweetener. Date syrup is also a great source of fiber, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus acid, and calcium. Dates also help to regulate blood sugar. 
You will find that I use rosehip powder in a lot of my own personal recipes because of how powerful and helpful it is in my own nutritional needs. It is high in antioxidants, reduces inflammation, offers immune support with a high dose of vitamin c, and reduces fat in the mid section. So good! 
And it's pretty much flavorless so, you can add it to anything. 
Manuka Honey has some powerful healing properties. It's anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial. It helps to fight respiratory infections, IBS, and ulcers. Nothing is a better tasting sweeter than honey. (if you are on a vegan nutrition plan you can go sans honey)
I added some ginger as well. Ginger improves the circulation and oxygen flow in the body. It also boosts the metabolism, provides energy, and is highly anti-inflammatory and soothes the gut.
​Pine nuts lower stress, boosts energy and improves eyesight! Just a small handful of these guys will give you a noticeably healthy boost of energy.
Chia seeds are a completely flavorless source of quality protein and fiber. They help lower your risk of heart disease, and offer an impressive amount of calcium.
Cinnamon is high in fiber, boosts energy, reduces inflammation, helps prevent alzheimer's, and helps fight off candida. (candida causes yeast infections that aren't just local to your nether regions). So! There it is! Recipe below. 

Boil 1/2 a cup of oats to 1 cup of water. Place cooked oats into your favorite bowl.
Add almond butter.
Drizzle date syrup. 
Add ginger powder, rosehip powder and chia seeds.
Add pine nuts and a dash of cinnamon. 

* You won't need butter because the almond butter will will replace that richness. 
* Add a splash of non dairy cream or milk for texture.