According to the Cleveland Clinic, the claim that breakfast serves as the most important meal of the day appears to be true. Breakfast kicks off your metabolism in the morning and makes you more alert and ready for the day. But you want to make sure the foods you're eating actually start your day off right. Try to eat a heart healthy breakfast with significant fiber that will help you reach your daily fiber recommendation.
Breakfast Sandwiches
Pairing whole wheat toast, a whole wheat English muffin or a whole wheat tortilla with sandwich fillings like natural peanut butter or egg whites help you start your day with fiber and lean protein. For a healthy breakfast burrito, add chopped onions, bell peppers and salsa to two scrambled egg whites, wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla. You can also add sliced bananas or sliced apples to a whole wheat English muffin with peanut butter.
Healthy Cereal
Choose a high-fiber, low-sugar cereal like oatmeal and top it with low-fat milk. For a natural shot of vitamins and antioxidants, add fresh berries on top of the cereal. For a similar breakfast with a slightly different take, top a cup of plain Greek yogurt with fresh berries and a quarter-cup of dry oatmeal. If you choose to add frozen berries instead of fresh, the yogurt will freeze slightly for a tasty, cold breakfast treat. For a sweet start to your day, cook a half-cup of oatmeal in the microwave with a cup of light chocolate soy milk. Add walnuts and dried fruit for added flavor.
On the Go Meals
If you have a hard time cooking breakfast before you head out the door, grab a couple items and eat them in the car. Pair a granola or protein bar with a piece of fresh fruit like a banana or an apple. Add a piece of string cheese for a jolt of calcium. You can also stop at a fast food joint for a pre-made meal, but choose items without added fatty meats like sausage or bacon. Choose an English muffin topped with eggs or Canadian bacon.
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