Start Your Day Strong

In the last several months, I have been asked numerous times what to eat for breakfast. Truthfully, this is the hardest meal for me because I don't particularly like foods associated with breakfast and I always seem to be running short on time as I try to get out the door. However, eating breakfast is a must because food pairing and portion size are crucial to kick-starting your metabolism for the day. Therefore, I need things I can either make quickly or ahead of time. For those of you who are my boat, I have put together some simple, protein packed, tasty options for you to try. 

Option One
I am not a fan of eggs but egg whites are low in calories and high in protein. The least offensive and easiest form for me to deal with is the hard-boiled option. I make these ahead of time and usually keep them for a maximum of three days. I would suggest 4-6 egg whites as a serving size. This can be paired with a serving of Old Fashioned Oats, Rolled Oats or Steel Cut Oats. I will top my Oatmeal with Ideal Brown (a no calorie brown sugar) and Cinnamon. This is a great protein and carb option with high fiber.

Option Two
I absolutely love my egg white protein shakes and make them in vanilla and chocolate! (And, let's be serious, it is never to early for chocolate.) This is a great grab and go option and provides you with a protein and healthy fat.
Vanilla Shake: 1 cup Pasteurized Egg Whites, 1 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk (Almond Breeze), 1 tsp Vanilla Extract, Ideal Sweetener, Cinnamon and Ice. Add a serving size of Nuts, Avocado or Coconut Oil for your healthy fat. I usually pair this with 15 almonds.
Chocolate Shake: 1 cup Pasteurized Egg Whites, 1 cup Unsweetened Chocolate Almond Milk (Almond Breeze), 1 tsp Chocolate Extract, Ideal Brown Sugar, 1 tbsp Raw Almond Nut Butter (no sugar or salt added) and Ice. 

Option Three
Still not sure you have enough time to make something and you actually want food for breakfast? Option three could be the right choice. Pick your favorite Fat Free Greek Yogurt (watch your grams of sugar and carbs) and have a serving (1/2 cup) of Low-Fat Cottage Cheese. You can also combine Low-Fat Cottage Cheese with Cantaloupe, Strawberries or Watermelon. This is a great protein and carb option.

Option Four
Just because it is breakfast time doesn't mean you must eat breakfast food. Often, I don't. I am just as likely to have ground turkey, broccoli and brown rice as anything else on this list! Don't confine your choices to just breakfast items for healthy options.

There are many more options for breakfast than what I have listed but I think these suggestions are easy, quick and a healthy way to start your day. 

Until next time, be your best self everyday and keep it Fit with Attitude!

XOXO,

Carrie