Are you a breakfast lover like me? Do you have a shortlist of “go-to” breakfast recipes? Or do you sometimes wonder what is the best food for breakfast?
Maybe you need a bit of inspiration to start eating breakfast again?
Well, breakfast is no different to any other meal. You can eat what you want, but bear in mind that, like your other meals, some options are going to be better than others to fill you up, keep you satisfied and provide the nutrients you need for a healthy start to the day.
Getting some protein at each meal can help with blood sugar management, metabolism and weight loss. This is because protein helps you feel fuller longer and uses up a bunch of calories to absorb and metabolise it. So I'm going to show you how to get the protein, as well as some veggies and healthy fats for your soon-to-be favourite new “go-to” breakfasts.
Here are your 3 must eat breakfast foods:
Must Eat Breakfast Food #1: Eggs
Yes, eggs are the “quintessential” breakfast food. And for good reason!
No, I'm not talking about processed egg whites in a carton. I mean actual whole “eggs”.
Egg whites are mostly protein while the yolks are the real nutritional powerhouses. Those yolks contain vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats.
Eggs have been shown to help you feel full, keep you feeling fuller longer, and help to stabilise blood sugar and insulin.
Not to mention how easy it is to boil a few eggs and keep them in the fridge for a “grab and go” breakfast when you're running short on time.
And...nope, the cholesterol in eggs is not associated with an increased risk of arterial or heart diseases.
One thing to consider is to try to prevent cooking the yolks at too high a temperature because that can cause some of the cholesterol to become oxidised. It's the oxidised cholesterol that's heart unhealthy.
Must Eat Breakfast Food #2: Nuts and/or Seeds
Nuts and seeds contain protein, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and fibre. Nuts and/or seeds would make a great contribution to breakfast.
Don't be fooled by “honeyed” nuts, sweetened nut/seed butters, or chia “cereals” with added sugars—you know I'm talking about the real, whole, unsweetened food here.
Nuts and seeds are also the ultimate fast food if you're running late in the mornings. Grab a small handful of almonds, walnuts or pumpkin seeds as you're running out the door; you can nosh on them while you're commuting.
Not to mention how easy it is to add a spoonful of nut/seed butter into your morning breakfast smoothie.
Hint: If you like a creamy latte in the mornings try making one with nut or seed butter. Just add your regular hot coffee and a tablespoon or two of a creamy nut or seed butter into your blender & blend until frothy.
Must Eat Breakfast Food #3: Veggies
Yes, you already know you really should get protein at every meal including breakfast; but this also applies to veggies. You know I would be remiss to not recommend veggies at every meal, right?
Veggies are powerhouses of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals, fibre and water. You can't go wrong adding them into every single meal of the day so if you don't already you should definitely try them for breakfast!
And no, you don't need to have a salad or roasted veggies for breakfast if you don't want to but you totally can! You wouldn't be breaking any “official” breakfast rules and you won't be arrested by the breakfast police!
Adding some protein to leftover veggies is a great combination for any meal. Including breakfast.
My personal go-to breakfast menu would be a nice fluffy veggie omelette (3 eggs with chopped red onion, red peppers and spinach) topped with some chopped bacon or a tin of tuna. Yum!
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