Written by Shaundrie Jones
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"When you have something for breakfast, you're not going to be starving by lunch." ~ Bruce Barton
SEPTEMBER: BETTER BREAKFAST MONTH
September is better breakfast month. Everyone knws breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast kicks starts our metabolism and gives us energy for the day! When you do not eat breakfast, you lose your ability to focus in class and perform your best. Not eating a healthy breakfast can also prevent you from losing weight.
You should be careful when eating sugary cereals. They can contain as much sugar or more than candy bars. NEVER SKIP MEALS. You should always eat five to six small meals a day. This will help you maintain a healthy weight. Below I have included a few recipies for quick, easy, healthy breakfasts that can be prepared before the school day or the night before!
You should be careful when eating sugary cereals. They can contain as much sugar or more than candy bars. NEVER SKIP MEALS. You should always eat five to six small meals a day. This will help you maintain a healthy weight. Below I have included a few recipies for quick, easy, healthy breakfasts that can be prepared before the school day or the night before!
Mixed Berry Smoothie
Preparation Combine all ingredients in blender and process until smooth. Divide smoothie between 2 glasses and serve. Read More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Mixed-Berry-Smoothie-359510#ixzz25R5cqjQ7 |
Fruit Salad: Pineapple, Honeydew, and Mango with Ginger and Fresh Herb
Preparation Mix all ingredients except sesame seeds in large bowl. Let stand 10 minutes for flavors to blend. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Read More http://tinyurl.com/d5uyl3g |
Yogurt with Granola, Tropical Fruit,
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Healthy Blueberry - Banana Muffins
Ingredients
Preparation Preheat oven to 400°F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners Combine flour, sugar, oat bran, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place mashed bananas in large bowl. Stir in soy milk, egg, oil, and lemon juice. Mix in dry ingredients, then blueberries.Divide batter among muffin papers. Bake muffins until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Turn muffins out onto rack and cool 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Read More http://tinyurl.com/cgpy48n |
Fruit and CheeseGrab an apple, wrap 1 to 2 ounces of Cheddar in plastic, and toss ¼ cup of fiber- and protein-rich walnuts into a resealable plastic bag.
Read More http://tinyurl.com/4d6ocp8 |
Breakfast QuesadillaQuesadillas are ideal for hectic mornings, as you can cut them into pieces and eat on the move. Make the simple switch from regular tortillas to low-carb tortillas to triple your fiber intake. Substituting egg whites for whole eggs is a smiple way to control calories without sacrificing the size of your meal.
Ingredients
Mix together in a bowl the egg whites and eggs. Coat non stick pan with non stick cooking spray and place over medium heat. After pan is heated (~1 minute) add egg mixture and scramble until eggs are cooked through. Next, mix in cilantro and salsa. Remove egg mixture from pan and place in a bowl. Place 1 tortilla on non-stick pan and sprinkle shredded cheese on one half. Place half of the egg/salsa mixture onto the same half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla onto itself forming a quesadilla. Let heat for 1-2 minutes. With a spatula, flip quesadilla over and heat the other side. Remove quesadilla from pan and repeat quesadilla making process with the other tortilla and remaining egg mixture. Read More http://tinyurl.com/7wokr73 |