For many people, breakfast and lunch are quick meals that you may not have time to think about, let alone to eat. However, a little planning ahead can afford you the time to treat your body to a healthy breakfast and lunch.
High-Fiber Cereal
Cereal is an easy no-nonsense meal that can be eaten for breakfast or lunch. It can provide many essential vitamins and minerals, from both the cereal as well as the milk. It is also easy to exercise portion control, because you can only eat as much as your small cereal bowl can hold. Choosing a high-fiber cereal has additional benefits. A high-fiber cereal can help you lose weight by controlling your hunger. People who eat a meal high in fiber have increased satiety which can stave off mid-meal snacking. Fiber is also beneficial in that it increases your digestive health, can lower blood cholesterol and can even fend off certain types of cancer.
A Healthier Parfait
Most people love parfaits --- gooey, crunchy and sweet cups of tastiness. However, the average parfait is full of fat and calories. For an easy and satisfying breakfast or lunch choose to make your own parfait. Simply layer a cup with low-fat yogurt, low-fat granola or oatmeal and dried berries. The combination of yogurt, granola and fruit provides a high amount of fiber, calcium, good-for-you carbohydrates and antioxidant-rich vitamins.
Tuna
According to the American Heart Association, eating fish twice per week can help fend off heart disease. Try eating a different kind of tuna salad for lunch. Combine a can of tuna with a can of artichoke hearts, olives, low-fat mayo, lemon juice and oregano. Eat this on top of your favorite whole-grain bread with some lettuce and tomato.
Hummus
Hummus is a dip made from ground up chickpeas. It is healthy, low-calorie and delicious. For an easy lunch that you can even eat on the go, try dipping some of your favorite veggies and pita or crackers into hummus. If you're feeling adventurous try making your own hummus ahead of time. To do so, combine canned chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic and your favorite seasonings in a food processor. Process until a smooth consistency is reached. It's healthy, easy and economical.
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