Look Your Best With Breakfast!

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I’m sure you’ve heard this before: “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” Skipping breakfast anyway? We’ve all got our reasons. Maybe you don’t have enough time in the morning. Maybe you want to lose weight. Maybe you’re just not hungry at the moment! Whatever your reason, I urge you to give Breakfast another chance!

There are a lot of benefits to breakfast that you might not be aware of. For instance, eating breakfast in the morning will actually help you lose weight. A light meal in the morning will get your metabolism up and running early so you burn more calories during the day. Plus, your body needs that energy from food in the morning after having just returned from a (hopefully) long night of sleep. If you’re heading into a full day of work or school, breakfast will make you more alert!

With these benefits in mind, it’s important to eat the right foods in the morning so you start your day off feeling healthy and energized. Here are five easy and nutritious breakfast ideas to consider!

First, nothing beats a classic bowl of oatmeal. I’m not talking about those instant oatmeal packets with added sugar and flavors, but real 100% natural whole oats. Low in fat and high in fiber, oatmeal is packed with health benefits. Not only do oats contain a lot of nutrients, but the fiber in oatmeal also helps lower cholesterol! Oatmeal might not be so exciting on its own, but add a few golden raisins and a splash of milk or even some Vanilla flavored Soy Milk, and you’ll never want to miss breakfast again.

Here’s another breakfast idea. Learn to enjoy your morning again with a cup of nonfat yogurt topped with some fresh berries like raspberries or blueberries. The yogurt provides a nice amount of calcium for your bones, and the berries are naturally sweet while providing you with nutrients like Vitamin C. Sprinkle a few walnuts or almond shavings for some added protein! This breakfast is also easy when you’re on the go. Just put it in a plastic container or even a Ziploc bag and head out the door.

As long as we’re talking about yogurt and fruit, consider a fruit smoothie for breakfast! If you have a blender, you’re all set. Just toss some ice, nonfat yogurt, a banana, and some berries in and blend for a bit. A fruit smoothie paired with a piece of whole wheat toast is a great way to start your day.

Though it takes a little more time, having an omelet in the morning is definitely worth the effort. Eggs are full of protein and contain no carbs… not to mention they’re absolutely delicious! If cholesterol is worrying you, try having an egg white omelet! Spice it up with some diced tomatoes, scallions and low-fat cheese, along with whatever other veggies you may have around. Combine this with a glass of real Orange Juice rich in Vitamin C for a great morning meal.

If you’re not up for cooking in the morning, that’s ok! Try switching to whole grain cereals low in sugar like Cheerios or Amaranth Flakes and add fresh berries or dried cranberries for sweetness instead. If you love waffles toasted in the morning, how about using whole grain waffles with peanut butter or fresh jam instead of syrup!

With these suggestions in mind, I hope I’ve convinced you to reconsider breakfast! Give yourself a little extra time in the morning if you can and treat yourself with a healthy little meal to start off the day. If you’re already a breakfast lover, I hope you enjoy any of these easy meal ideas next time the sun rises! I don’t know about all of you, but I am really looking forward to tomorrow!

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