They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While that may be up for debate, at least you can do is to make a healthy breakfast.
And, if your goal is to lose weight, then making a breakfast that is not only nutritious and delicious but can also aid your weight loss efforts.
In this article from Best Healthy Guide, they give you 10 breakfast recipes that can help you lose weight while still maintaining a good energy level:
“The Best 10 Breakfast Recipes That Can Help You Lose Weight
To feel full, maintain a healthy weight, and have lasting energy, we need to be having breakfasts that are packed with protein, fiber, and fat.
Unfortunately, most people reach for cereal, toast or bagels, all of which are refined carbohydratrs with all the fiber and nutrient stripped outSo, what we need to do is to replace these breakfast habits with the tasty breakfasts below that keep you satiated, while keeping both weight and energy levels in check.
1. Overnight oats
Overnight oats are versatile, simple, and portable! You can opt for the basic recipe or replace the Greek yogurt with coconut one to make it dairy-free. Adding protein powder enhances its beneficial properties.
2. Chia pudding
Chia pudding is low-carb, grain-free and it keeps blood sugar levels in check. All you have to do is to mix non-dairy milk, maple syrup, and chia seeds, and leave it overnight. Add toppings of choice, such as blueberries, nuts & seeds, dash of cinnamon or vanilla extract.
3. Grain-free pancakes
This recipe calls for two ingredients: eggs and banana. Here is the basic recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 large banana
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup almond meal
- ½ tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Instructions:
Blend all of the ingredients ( or just the banana and the eggs). Pour a couple of tablespoons of the mixture onto a greased skillet and flip it over when it bubbles. Simple as that!
4. Oatmeal
Here is the basic recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup water or nut milk (almond, coconut)
- 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 1/2 apple or pear chopped into small pieces
- ¼ tsp. cinnamon
Instructions:
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Add the rolled oats and water in a saucepan
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Add in the coconut oil, chopped pear or apple, and cinnamon
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Bring to a boil and then simmer for a while
Topping ideas: coconut flakes, seeds, nuts, nut butter, ground flax, or maple syrup”
Now for some of us who may not have time to make breakfast in the morning, the you might want to think about a meal replacement shake. Of course a healthy shake that is truly filling can be hard to find. One of our favorites is from a company called Living Fuel.
You can also try some parfaits, egg dishes, and healthy cereal. These recipes and more can be found on the article from BestHealthyGuide
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