5 Must Have Breakfast Options For All Day Energy

No matter how busy your morning may be, it’s essential that you make time for breakfast. Eating breakfast has been linked with everything from a reduction in disease risk, to more nutritious food choices throughout the day, as well as an increase in productivity and cognitive functioning. But not just any breakfast will do. Grabbing a nutritionally limited option While eating any breakfast is better than skipping breakfast altogether (as 15 percent of Americans do regularly) so choices are certainly better than others. A well-balanced breakfast rich in slow digested carbohydrates, lean protein, lowfat dairy, and produce makes the best choice for starting your day off in a healthy way.

Even on the busiest mornings, you can make breakfast work for you no matter what the day throws at you. I recently came across belVita Breakfast Biscuits (the sponsor of this post) and have loved incorporating them into my breakfast routine. Whether I am on the run or enjoying a relaxing meal, I am thrilled that these whole grain biscuits provide me with a good amount of fiber and vitamins in a portion-controlled package. They may a great foundation for a balanced breakfast. That’s why I wanted to share with you some of my favorite morning pairings. Whether you are on the go, at your desk, or enjoying a leisurely breakfast in bed, try these great tasting breakfast options for all day energy.

At the office

If an early morning deadline leaves you struggling to find a quick and healthy option you can eat at your desk, look no further than a delicious combination of a blueberry crunchy belVita Breakfast Biscuits along with a lowfat latte and a cup of fresh grapes. One of the reasons belVita is my go to breakfast option for busy work mornings is that it has been formulated to preserve slow-release carbohydrates which provide four hours of nutritious, steady energy. This means you won’t get an energy spike and crash after eating than if you were to have a refined carbohydrate breakfast . Combine belVita with a lowfat dairy option such as a lowfat latte along with a bowl full of fresh fruit like grapes and you have a nutrient rich breakfast that will work for you for hours to come.

On the Go

 

Missed the alarm? Even if you are running late, that’s still no excuse to miss breakfast. Take breakfast with you so you can have the energy to get you through what is sure to be a busy day ahead. One of my favorites for an on the go breakfast is a yogurt parfait made with fresh strawberries, lowfat yogurt, and belVita Bites. Not only is this meal pretty to look at, but it tastes delicious and provides a good source of whole grains, fiber, and iron. Most Americans fall short on eating enough whole grains, eating on average less than 16g whole grain per day versus the recommended 48g or more of whole grain throughout day. By simply adding in belVita Breakfast Biscuit Bites to your parfait, you can enjoy 18-20 grams of whole grains in that one meal for long-term energy that will keep you going. You can even make these parfaits in advance for a breakfast you can grab even when you are running behind schedule.

 

Breakfast In Bed

If you are lucky enough to be treated to a leisurely breakfast in the comfort of your own bed, select delicious options that are packed full of good for you nutrients. It can be easy to reach for refined flour pancakes or waffles dripping in syrup, but swapping these options for a choice such as cinnamon belVita Breakfast Biscuits makes a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth while boosting your intake of whole grains and fiber. Try pairing this with a spinach and feta omelet along with a side of fresh berries for a Mediterranean-style breakfast that will provide you with long term energy while making both your heart and taste buds happy.

 

And to round out a full weekday’s worth of breakfast options, I wanted to include two of my family’s favorite breakfast recipes. These options are perfect for making ahead of time. Just simply put them on a plate or grab them for the car. There’s no excuse to skip breakfast anymore!

 

 

Make Ahead Breakfast

If you know the week at hand will be a crazy one, why not plan in advance by pre-making a breakfast you can just grab and go with in the morning? One easy option is my Veggie Breakfast Muffins. In a muffin tin, simply add whisked egg, vegetables, cubed whole grain bread, and lowfat cheese, then bake at 400 degrees for 15minutes. When finished, you can store these in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for two months for a ready to eat breakfast option you can just warm and serve.

For the Donut Lover

Ever since my son was introduced to what a donut was, he has been obsessed. And who can blame him? A sweet, frosted treat in the morning can definitely satisfy the sweet tooth. But a traditional donut packed full of added fat, sugar, and refined carbohydrates is not the way to set you up for an energy-packed day. Instead, all of that sugar will just case a quick burst of energy followed by a crash, not to mention an increased desire for sweets all day long. So what’s a donut lover to do? Give your donut a makeover with my High Protein Donut with Chocolate Frosting. It’s packed full of whole grains, healthy fats, and lean protein to give you what you need to start your day off on the right foot. Who says your can’t have your donut and eat it too?

Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by belVita Breakfast Biscuits. All opinions are my own.