The Most Important Meal of the Day

Yes, its still breakfast! But now I know why and I'm gonna share it with you.

Beginning each day with the perfect combination of fuel, I mean food, will set you off on the right track. This goes true for adults and children, alike. Its amazing how all of the typical foods marketed for breakfast consumption just aren't that good for you - most cereals, bagels, donuts, waffles, toaster pastries, etc. Starting your day off with any of these foods won't give your body (and brain) the proper nutrition and fuel for energy, alertness, and problem-solving it needs to survive throughout the day. Believe me, I understand how quickly mornings go by as you're preparing for the day, getting ready for work, getting kids dressed and off to school. This is why its important to CHOOSE the right fuel for your day.

I'm a big advocate for Almond Milk. Its lower in fat and calories than cow's milk and Almond Milk is a good source of vitamins A & D and Calcium. I actually find it quite yummy in cereals and smoothies - and my kids haven't complained once! My husband is also lactose intolerant so its an excellent alternative in our household :)

Examples of Quick Good Fuel Choices:
1 Cup Kashi Cereal with Almond Milk & 1/2 banana
1 cup Steel Cut Oatmeal with Almond Milk (or water) and a 1/4 cup of Blueberries
1 Slice of Whole Wheat Toast & 1 Sliced Hard Boiled Egg & 1/2 banana
1 Slice Whole Wheat Toast with 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter (one ingredient. peanuts.) & 1/2 banana
Greek Yogurt w/ Granola
Delicious Fruit Smoothie (Recipes to follow in future post)

Any of these combinations above will give you the vitamins & minerals you need, as well as the sustainable carbohydrates and protein to stay fuller longer until your next meal. You won't have that mid-morning sugar spike (or crash) that will make you cranky, tired, or grabbing that sugary drink or snack. Imagine how you feel on mornings when you grab a bagel with your morning coffee. How long does it take for you to feel tired, sluggish, or even hungry again? Probably pretty quickly if you've ever paid attention. But if you choose one of the options above (or a similar low fat, high protein choice) you will feel satisfied, clean, and energized to start your day!

My kids eat all of the breakfast options above and give them a BIG two thumbs up! I hope that when they're choosing these meals they're off to school with the right fuel and mindset to begin THEIR day :)

Don't forget your water!! Fill your water bottle up and aim to finish it by lunch. Then fill it again, and again.
xo