Thursday, September 16, 2010

Meal Monday: Packed Oatmeal Powerfood

Delicious Breakfast that Gets You Going

Hey everyone, sorry for the late replies again, I've been pretty busy these past few weeks. Don't
worry though, I'm going to put in a little catch up time here and make four posts to cover everything I've missed.

Today's Meal Monday is going to cover a very basic meal (as well as basic principle) when it comes to breakfast. As well all know, breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day, so it is crucial (for fitness reasons as well as general health reasons) to fill up on a good breakfast to help you get through the day.

One of the easiest and quickest meals that is perfect for breakfast is good ol' oatmeal. Now even oatmeal can be turned into a not-so-healthy option when loaded up with sugars and the like, so it's important to make your oatmeal packed with powerfoods. Here are a few things that can really add flavor to your oatmeal while packing it with nutrients that will fill you up and keep you going.

  • Your favorite fruits: cut up some apples, throw in blueberries, etc. All of them healthy and delicious!

  • Flaxseed: flaxseed is a great additive as it is packed with fiber and other good-for-you nutrients.

  • Nuts: Almonds would be your best choice here, but try your favorite for some added protein!

  • Spice it up/Make it sweet: Use cinnamon or a little touch of honey to really make your oatmeal savory.

Remember, the best type of oatmeal you can get is plain steel-cut oats. If you can not get these then regular instant oatmeal will do just fine. The best part of this meal is that it is full of protein, good fats, etc. and can be prepared in no time at all!

If you are not a huge fan of oatmeal you could always try buying a high in fiber cereal or granola cereal, add some milk, and put in the microwave for a minute or two! Delicious!

So next time you wake up, try making this quick and tasty meal and see how much of a difference it makes in your day and likely your workout/physical activity!

All the best,

Shannon

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