I have porridge 6 days a week – usually with fruit added and occasionally with honey instead. Once a week (Saturday or Sunday) I have an Irish Breakfast – sausage, bacon, tomatoes, egg, etc).
I eat whatever cooked vegetables I have topped with a sunny side up egg and some dried chilies. I cook extra vegetables so I don’t have to cook in the morning. I just reheat the vegetables in a small skillet, put a little salsa in to cook. Then when it’s really sizzling I push it to the side and crack an egg in the pan. Cover it and two minutes later—breakfast. I finish it with a sprinkle of dried chilies.
Healthy breakfast means porridge, eggs, yogurt, green or herbal tea, I guess. And a whole grain bread of course. May be a fresh juice as well. And a glass of water before all this.
After I drink my water, I mix two eggs with a tsp of half and half and microwave it for about 40 seconds, and eat that with about a cup of bran cereal and low-fat milk. Then drink decaf coffee with a dollop of whip cream, and I always drink a decaf Diet Coke in the morning too. I save an apple, banana, or blueberries for a snack.
A lot of people assume “clean” eating is the way to go for breakfast. My only issue with clean eating is everyone is different, what’s clean to someone might be different than what it is for me. A lot of people can’t have broccoli, broccoli is considered a clean food..yet it gives some people horrific gas and cramping. What’s the point of being healthy if you’re miserable? I say eat something you enjoy. Whether it’s an orange, banana or soup eat whatever your desires in moderation. Eat small portions to prevent discomfort. Personally I do better with a tiny breakfast. A banana is my go to. I feel great after a banana, but like broccoli not everyone can have bananas. Eat whatever makes you thrive the most. At first it’s hard finding your go to breakfast but I promise when you do, your world changes. You no longer reach for donuts or that slice of cake calling your name because you know you’ll feel better after eating something that agrees with you.
There’s several breakfasts that are my favourite for lasting energy. The first is scrambled eggs with peppers and onions, a little oregano and salt and pepper, topped with tomatoes, and takes only 15 minutes to prepare and eat! I also like organic granola with almond milk topped with peaches. Mmm. This keeps me full and energetic all morning with just a small bowlful. Another favourite is a fried egg with seasoned avocado, mayo and sometimes a little ketchup on toast. Mmmm. Or fruit smoothies with protein powder and a little baobab powder, sweetened with honey. Bring on a happy morning!!
Muesli with fruit and nut during the week and eggs and toast at weekends. I’m planning to make sure it’s wholemeal in future.
Breakfast is a good habit that starts the day strong. You will have more energy and eat less junk during the day. You will save money and learn to enjoy better choices if you begin strong.
As I prefer to avoid sugars and starches in my diet, a healthy breakfast is usually based around eggs. Just remember that breakfast doesn’t have to be typical breakfast foods. Leftover dinner can make a great breakfast.
I used to eat eggs because I am also on a diet but got tired of them. I have been eating oatmeal and fresh fruit with coffee. I also added collegen powder to my coffee and have adddd vitamins daily
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