Porridge is without doubt a good, all round healthy food and the perfect way to start a winter’s day. But if you find porridge a little bit… well… plain, then why not try one of these delicious new 100% organic varieties from Essential? Date & Coconut is deliciously smooth with sticky dates and creamy coconut. ...Did you know that a breakfast of porridge can combat mid-morning munchies?Porridge oats have a low GI so your body takes longer to burn the energy and this makes you feel fuller for longer.