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Healthy Breakfast Options

I need healthy but easy-to-prepare breakfast options as I leave very early for work?
(July 23, 2011)

What is a healthy breakfast for weight loss?


Apart from its other health benefits a healthy breakfast is also very important for losing weight. A healthy breakfast for weight loss could include healthy food options such as whole grains or bread which not only have a higher nutritional value but also keep you feeling full for a longer time. Low calorie cereal bars are also a good option for breakfast every once in a while. Having eggs for breakfast is also very healthy and a better way to cook eggs instead of frying would be boiling or poaching.

A healthy breakfast for weight watchers could also include a simple fresh fruit salad along with some low fat yogurt and honey. Fruits are a great source of vital vitamins and minerals and also help you feel full longer.


Fresh fruits can also be used to prepare healthy smoothies which are another great breakfast option.

While following a healthy breakfast for losing weight, it is also important to avoid sugary foods such as breakfast pastries, doughnuts and sugary cereals. These foods not only increase your craving fro sweets but also lower blood sugar levels. Beverages like tea, coffee and even fruit juices should be sweetened with honey or artificial sweeteners in order to avoid additional calories.
Submitted by N on July 23, 2011 at 12:22

 

Do we need healthy breakfast?


Breakfast is the first meal of the day that one consumes after waking up. The importance of breakfast is often ignored, particularly in the modern lifestyle where one tends to be under stress and pressure from work and related activities. A healthy breakfast is just the tonic that one needs to start the day. There are numerous different reasons why a healthy breakfast is important.

A healthy breakfast must contain plenty of nutrition in terms of the variety on offer. This will help to provide the individual’s body with a variety of different vitamins and minerals. A healthy breakfast must also be light in terms of bulk so that it does not hinder the progress of the individual. Heavy meals tend to slow a person down during the day and these should be reserved for special occasions. Healthy breakfast benefits tend to be noticed over a period of time as one switches from an unhealthy diet to a healthy diet. The benefits will be felt in terms of improved health, improved digestive system function and a general feeling of well being. A healthy breakfast is also an important part of any healthy diet plan as it is the meal that fills the stomach after it has been empty for hours.
Submitted by N on July 19, 2011 at 12:20

 

What does a healthy breakfast consist of?


The phrase ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day’ is something you have probably heard a million times. However, it is important to remember that this is very true because the nutritional content of your breakfast will play a huge role in the way that your body is able to cope and deal with the various tensions and stress that the day will bring. As much as it is important to choose healthy breakfast ingredients, it is also important to make sure you keep a calorie count for the unnecessary fats that you consume with your regular cereal.  The average reference calorie count is about 60-80 grams.

Any healthy breakfast nutrition facts source will tell you that it is important to make sure that you consume a high quantity of whole grains to make sure that your body gets the right amount of fiber content. This is one of the reasons that oatmeal is considered to be one of the best healthy breakfast ingredients. Sugar is something a lot of people get worried about in terms of what amount is acceptable. As a reference, make sure that the cereal states that each serving contains less than 5 grams of sugar content.
Submitted by N on July 13, 2011 at 12:19

 

What do healthy people eat for breakfast?


Breakfast is undoubtedly the most important meal in a day and eating a healthy breakfast helps ensure that your body has a good amount of energy for the rest of the day. A healthy breakfast could include whole wheat products, eggs, fresh fruits, juices and low fat or fat free milk. A few good ideas of a healthy breakfast for people who are health conscious could be smoothies, oatmeal, eggs, whole grains and juices.

Smoothies make a healthy and filling breakfast and are ideal for people who do not have too much time to enjoy a relaxing breakfast. Smoothies can be prepared using a fruit of your choice, low fat milk and even protein powders. Oatmeal and eggs are also very filling and can be combined with other vegetables and dried fruits to add more flavor.

Having fruit juices without added sugar for breakfast is very healthy and helps boost energy levels. Lemon juice in particular is not only a healthy breakfast juice but also helps in loosing weight. In addition to these options, whole grain cereals and breads are also a much healthier option as compared to white flour products. Whole grains help in improving overall health and also reduce the risk of various ailments and disorders.
Submitted by N on July 8, 2011 at 12:18

 
Almost everyone is aware of the fact that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Unfortunately, there are many people who do not get the time to prepare or eat breakfast, mainly because they are on the go from the time that they wake up. People often try to make up for it, by grabbing a muffin, a pastry or a bagel with cheese. While these foods may be filling, they are not very nutritious. Given below are some healthy breakfast options and tips that are quick, easy to prepare, tasty and nutritious:
  • Scrambled Tofu: Tofu is healthier than eggs and is easy to cook too. Use olive oil while cooking. You can add garlic, onions, peppers and some vegetables too, to make it healthier and tastier. This can be combined with some whole wheat toast.
  • Oatmeal, almonds and blueberries: While steel-cut oatmeal is a healthier choice, instant oatmeal will do too. Cook or microwave the oatmeal and add some frozen blueberries and sliced almonds to it. This preparation is packed with fiber, nutrients and protein.
  • Yogurt with fresh berries and granola: There are several brands and varieties of low-fat yogurt, easily available, to which you can add some fresh berries, fruit as well as healthy cereal.
  • Whole wheat sandwiches: This is probably the easiest breakfast recipes. The sandwiches can be stuffed with lean meats, cold cuts as well as low fat cheese. You could also make yourself a healthy sandwich, using cucumbers, tomatoes, beet roots, with a little butter or some bread-spread.  
  • Grapefruit and whole-wheat toast with almond butter: Grapefruit is very healthy and is low in calories. You could even sprinkle a little brown sugar over it, to improve its taste. To make this breakfast more substantial, have it with some toast with almond butter, which is much healthier than peanut butter.
  • Eggs: Eggs are easy to prepare, tasty, packed with protein and can be prepared in many ways. Eating eggs whites is much better than eating the whole egg. Eggs can be scrambled, hardboiled or prepared like an omelet and should be eaten with some whole-wheat toast. To make eggs healthier, add peppers, mushrooms, onions and broccoli and cook them in olive oil.
  • Fresh fruit salad: Even, if you do not have time for anything else, just dice whatever fruits you have in the fridge and toss them together, to make a healthy and refreshing fruit salad.  
Apart from the above options, you can also try making a fresh fruit smoothie by blending some fruits together, which is very healthy and filling.
Submitted by A V on July 16, 2010 at 03:49

 
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