Time to get rid of that cereal, OJ, and milk! At Infinity Personal Training we feel this traditional American breakfast will send your blood sugar levels on a rollercoaster causing more cravings. Many people keep eating cereal by justifying it's high-fiber or “healthy” and both fast and convenient. But, the highest fiber cereal still has significantly more sugar than other breakfast options and zero protein. Protein should be the #1 priority at breakfast because it helps stabilize blood sugar, increases satiety and keeps you feeling fuller for longer!

A breakfast consisting of clean protein, veggies and/or fruit and an for some a certain amount of starchy carbs will ensure that you limit hunger, cravings and dips in energy throughout the day! 

Here are some fat-loss breakfast options:

#1 – Oat bran with 1 scoop protein powder (~20-25): This hot cereal is higher in fiber and protein, compared to old-fashioned oats, and with a scoop of protein powder (whey, rice, egg white, pea, etc.) added in, it slows the absorption of the carbs and allows for a lingering feeling of fullness.

#2 – Protein smoothie: A protein smoothie made right can make you feel like you are drinking a milkshake! Here are two great smoothie recipes to try:

Smoothie #1: Berry Blast!

  - 1-2 scoops protein powder (whey is ideal, but can also do egg white, pea, rice, etc.)

  - 8-10 oz unsweetened almond milk

  - 8-10 almonds raw

  - 1 cup mixed frozen berries

  - Stevia or xylitol to desired sweetness (if needed)

  - Ice to desired thickness

  - Place all ingredients in Vitamix or Magic Bullet or other blender and enjoy!

Smoothie #2: Choc-PB Goodness!

  - 1-2 scoops chocolate protein powder (whey is ideal, but can also do egg white, pea, rice, etc.)

  - 2-3 tbsp natural peanut butter

   - 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder

  - 8-10 oz unsweetened almond milk

  - Ice to desired thickness

  - Place all ingredients in Vitamix or Magic Bullet or other blender and enjoy!

#3 – Egg White or Egg Omelet w/ 1 serving of starch: Admittedly the breakfast that takes the longest, but definitely a great option if you have 10 minutes. Pour 1-3 mixed eggs or 1-3 mixed eggs with 1-2 egg whites or a clean liquid egg white mix into a pan. Add as many fibrous veggies as you want and 1/4 cup low sodium salsa if desired. If you are on the go, you can also make hard-boiled eggs at the beginning of the week, peel them and place in baggies with 3-4 in each for grab-and-go in the car!

Preferred morning starches include: 1 grapefruit, 1 slice Healthy Hemp or Ezekiel Bread (high fiber, higher protein), 1 cup berries, 1 medium apple, 1/4 cup oat bran (dry) made with water (cinnamon/xylitol to taste).

#4 – Leftovers: Only have 1 minute? Why not heat up last night’s dinner? Then for tonight’s dinner, you can make an egg/egg white omelet when you have 10 minutes.

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