8 quick, simple and easy healthy breakfast ideas
We heard the saying breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Have you ever wondered why?
Eating breakfast in the morning restores energy and nutrients in your body. We roughly sleep for about 7+ hours depending on our night and when we wake up. During those hours, your body doesn’t consume any food or water. Breakfast helps restore your body so you can go about your day energized.
It helps you not make poor food choices. Have you ever been so hungry because you skipped breakfast and you find yourself in the middle of the day eating anything you could, just you can get food in your stomach? Eating breakfast keeps you fuller for longer to avoid making poor food choices because of a hunger strike.
Breakfast affects your mental performance. Eating a healthy breakfast improves our attention, concentration and memory which helps us perform better, especially for school or work. If you find that your memory is foggy for a test or class, try eating a healthy breakfast.
I have this saying at home that when it’s time for breakfast I say “Brekkie my favorite meal of the day”. What I love about breakfast is the different options you can choose from. You can have a sweet or savoury. It can be quick so it doesn’t take up your time. It’s also fun to make and bonus so delicious. I love breakfast so much it’s my favorite type of food, so I wanted to share 8 healthy breakfast ideas to kickstart your day:
Oatmeal (with peanut butter cinnamon and banana or berries)
Oats are full of fiber which is great for digestion. It is an amazing source of vitamins and minerals. It keeps you full for longer. What I love about it is that it’s so versatile. You can have it with milk, or if you are someone who is cutting dairy in their diet you can have it with peanut butter, a dash of cinnamon, a dash of vanilla essence and top with your fav fruit: banana, apples or berries work the best.
Eggs
Eggs are a classic breakfast staple. I think the reason why people love them so much is because they are so versatile and can make them in any way depending on your preference. Eggs are also a great source of protein. It’s best to have them with nutritional value for example eggs with avocado and toast to add those healthy fats.
Plain yoghurt
Simple, quick and easy. Perfect for the morning when you are in a rush or you just want something light. An alternative to plain yoghurt is Greek yoghurt. I didn’t recommend this because I haven’t tasted it yet ( will do then get back to you) but I’ve read it’s a great choice for breakfast as it’s loaded with protein. Greek yoghurt topped with berries, nuts and some granola – 10/10.
Chia seeds
Chia seeds are nutritious boost packed with fiber. They are also antioxidants which keep inflammation in check. You can have these in 3 ways:
As a topping – sprinkle some on top of your cereal
In water. These are a great addition to your water
As a pudding. You can make a delicious chia seed pudding by simply mixing milk, syrup, and vanilla essence and letting it sit for 2 hours or better overnight. Top with your favorite fruit.
Smoothies
Smoothies are a quick and easy way to add a ton of nutrients to those busy mornings. You would need to invest in a blender. I always say a shake should include
- protein: protein powder
- healthy fats: avocado
- fiber: spinach
- calcium: milk
- vitamins and minerals: fruit
Pancakes
All you need are 3 ingredients: banana, eggs and oats for the ultimate breakfast pancakes. This is my choice of breakfast if I don’t feel like having oatmeal, and it’s so easy to make. You can also add in some cinnamon, a dash of vanilla essence and berries for additional taste.
Whole wheat toast with avocado
I feel like the theme here on this list is quick easy yet effective and nothing screams that more than a toast of bread with some avocado. I haven’t met anyone who doesn’t love this meal because it is so simple yet SOO good. Sprinkle on top some salt and pepper for taste and you’re good. What’s also good are the nutritional benefits of this meal.
- Toast: source of fiber
- Avocado: high level of healthy fats which keeps you fuller for longer and keeps your blood sugar stable.
Conclusion
What I love about the list of breakfast ideas I have included is that they are simple, quick and easy to make. This is perfect for mornings if you have a busy schedule so there is no excuse to not eat breakfast. Make it fun, make your plate colourful and remember quality matters. There are so many options to choose from so I’m sure there’s a meal for you.