Today we learn about what to eat for breakfast to stay healthy! Since you were a kid you have been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is still true!
Breakfast is when we jump-start our metabolism for the day. It is essential in keeping our body burning and provides us with the energy we need for the day.
The Complete Breakfast Meal
When thinking about what to eat for breakfast you need to make sure you don’t forget about including a healthy protein source such as egg whites and a healthy carbohydrate such as steel-cut oatmeal. The protein source provides much needed nutrients for all the systems of the body. The carbohydrate source provides your immediate energy for the day! Don’t leave it out!
To get the most out of your breakfast you should also add fresh berries (for their anti-oxidant activity) and ground flax seed (for it’s digestive help and anti-inflammatory properties – more to come). To make sure you get the most healthy benefits from your flax you should be grinding it on your own just before you eat it or grinding it, sealing it in a container and placing in the freezer.
Flax should be one of your first thoughts when deciding what to eat for breakfast because of its numerous health benefits. It has been shown to be beneficial for all of the following:
- Lowering Cholesterol
- Lowering Blood Sugar
- Fighting Cancer
- Constipation
- Inflammation
- Menopause
- Fighting Heart Disease
- Improving Immune Function
- Weight Loss
Here at DAMY we make sure eating breakfast is made simple for our members. One of the most well-rounded breakfast we recommend is our steel-cut oatmeal featured below. My absolute favourite balanced breakfast meal is the DAMY Protein Pancake featured here. I love many different types of protein pancakes including:
What to Eat for Breakfast: Protein Pancake Options
- Blueberry Protein Pancake
- Banana Protein Pancake
- Strawberry Delight Protein Pancake
- Banana Cream Protein Pancake
- Ginger Bread Protein Pancake
- Pumpkin Pie Protein Pancake
- Tex Mex Protein Pancake
Protein Pancakes are an easy, quick breakfast that you can whip together in minutes and really enjoy. There are so many options to try! I think you will love them.
Below is an example of an ideal breakfast and the subject of today’s task. This is simply one example of what you should be eating on a daily basis. There are many other options to choose from! I just wanted to provide you with a recipe you can eat so that every time you are wondering what to eat for breakfast you can refer back to this tip.
Check it out, make sure you have the ingredients and (for today’s task) add it to your daily routine.
What to Eat for breakfast: The Ideal Breakfast
- ½ Cup Steel-Cut Oatmeal
- ½ Cup Blueberries
- 1 Tbsp Cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp Ground Flax
- 2 Hard Boiled Egg Whites
- Glass of Water
- Optional: 1 Cup of Green Tea (or Black Coffee)
This should be your staple breakfast! Have this every morning! I know what you’re saying… what the heck is steel-cut oatmeal? How do I make it? How much do I eat? What is it? Here are the answers!
How to Make Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Preparation:
- Boil 8 cups of water in a large pot.
- Add 4 cups of steel-cut oatmeal.
- Simmer for 20 minutes on low.
- Stir occasionally.
How much should you eat for breakfast?
You should have ½ cup of steel cup every morning!
What is Steel-Cut Oatmeal?
Steel-cut oats are minimally processed whole grain oats. They have a lower glycemic index than instant oatmeal which means our insulin levels do not spike as much when we eat it. This is extremely important in weight loss and maintenance.
How to Make Breakfast Preparation Easy and Quick
Aside from being extremely healthy, beneficial for weight loss and delicious this breakfast is easy to make! Eating breakfast is easy when it only takes minutes to put it together. The key to this process is preparation… Here’s what you need to do to make sure you are eating this healthy breakfast everyday:
Preparing your Breakfast
To sure you are ready for each and every morning follow these simple steps 1 day per week. It only takes 30 minutes and it will cut your morning preparation time down to less than 2 minutes.
One day per week take 30 minutes to cook 5-7 servings of steel-cut oatmeal, grind your flax, and boil your eggs. Simply place your oatmeal and eggs in separate containers in the refrigerator. IF you ground your flax make sure to seal it in a container and place it in the freezer (If you have the time – grind your flax daily right before you eat). Then, when it’s time to eat breakfast all you need to do is combine all your ingredients and enjoy!
This breakfast is low in calories. It contains a great source of protein and is an amazing contributor to your fiber intake. It will give you the energy you need to start your day! Give it a try!
DRINK 2L of water today… Commit to carrying your water bottle everywhere!
P.S.- Did you get this link from a friend or on Twitter? This tip is number 2 of a 31 part free email course on how to improve your health and jumpstart your weight loss one day at a time. Learn more about it and sign up here. Did you miss tip one? Click here to see what it was!
*Please be sure to consult a physician before embarking on any weight loss program. These tips are meant to be part of a healthy lifestyle and are not in any way thought to cure disease.
