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I love breakfast, but only when I have time to make a meal. And if anyone hasn’t told you yet, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Why you say? Well, your body sleeps and rests all night. It’s working extra hard on the last nutrients you placed in your body (aka dinner) and when it wakes up.. it takes about 30 minutes for your body to realize it’s got no food to work on. Your body starves and is craving some yum yums for the tummy. You want to feed your body with something nutritious that will keep you full until your next meal, but if you’re like me and you’re always in a hurry, you want something quick and easy that doesn’t require slaving over the stove.
Lately, I’ve been waking up at 5-4:30am, so I need all the good nutrients I can get. I always think that if my body is awake and working longer hours than I need to eat 6 meals. An extra snack keeps me full, so I have to make sure breakfast is good. And time for me is precious right now because I’m not only working 8 hours, but I’m getting up early to study for the LSAT exams coming up.
All you need is your favorite bread, some almond spread (or peanut), banana and some unsweetened shredded coconut. My favorite quick and easy breakfast requires a toaster oven. Pop it in, turn it on, walk away and DING come back and it’s ready.
For a low calorie, low glycemic index try picking up Ezikiel bread or something. We usually pick up a seeded bread that’s vegan, no dairy, about 55 calories per slice and is made from Sprouted Grains. Ezikiel can be found in the frozen section and is one of the best, cleanest breads you can find that’s good for your body. Just pop a slice in the toaster, and add 2 TBSP or less of your favorite almond or peanut butter. Anything more than that and you’re uping your calories, so if you do add more just make sure you’re aware of that. Slice half a banana (eat the other half if you desire) and sprinkle some unsweetened coconut on top.
It’s such a great filling meal. And it’s a good on the go meal too. I usually have it with a side of detox tea or coffee or your choice. Sometimes I treat myself to flavored almond butter like this morning! Espresso Vanilla Almond Butter. So delish! Let me know how you like!