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Tips for better breakfasts
Breakfast long has been touted as the most important meal of the day . After a good night ’ s rest , breakfast refuels the body and energizes it for the day ahead .
Hectic mornings compel many people to skip breakfast . That ’ s especially so for parents who are pulled in multiple directions each morning . There are many ways to streamline breakfast and still get to school or work on time . The following are some tips to save time and enjoy healthy homemade breakfasts each morning .
• Put your slow cooker to work . Slow cookers are not just for dinner . Use them to cook a variety of breakfast foods , including oatmeal , eggs or grits . Simply mix up your ingredients , set on low and let the breakfast cook itself overnight .
• Mix up your macros . Macronutrient is the scientific term for proteins , fats and carbohydrates . Nutritionists suggest mixing macronutrients in meals to get the most benefits from well-rounded meals . Aim for 20 grams of protein , 15 to 20 grams of fat and about 50 grams of carbs , with at least five grams of fiber .
• Develop a custom granola . Oats , nuts , dried fruits ... mix it all up to make a signature granola blend . It ’ s easy to eat dry or with milk and make a quick , healthy breakfast .
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• Embrace the no-cook oatmeal method . Master the art of making overnight oats , which don ’ t require any cooking . Simply layer oats , Greek yogurt , applesauce ( or other fruit purees ), cinnamon , and almond milk in a mason jar . Place it in the refrigerator overnight . The oats will get tender without cooking and the meal will be ready in the morning .
• Build a smoothie . Do prep work for healthy vegetable- and fruit-rich smoothies by chopping and preparing all ingredients the night before . Simply blend with protein powder or oats in the morning with ice .
• Consider breakfast burritos . Pre-scramble eggs with diced peppers and onions and store in containers in the refrigerator . In the morning , place the mixture onto a tortilla , top with cheese and heat in a skillet or in the microwave .
Even individuals whose mornings are especially hectic can find ways to enjoy a healthy breakfast every day . n
56 February | March 2023 Thomasville Scene