We all know it by now: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It gives you the energy and strength to stay fresh and alert until lunch. Nobody wants to give in to that sugary snack mid-morning because their stomach is protesting loudly.
But how do you put together such a nutritious breakfast that keeps you full and energetic all morning?
Here are five essential building blocks for a healthy breakfast that makes your body happy.
Grains and pseudocereals: the slow energy providers
Think oats, wheat, buckwheat, and quinoa. These grains contain complex carbohydrates that are digested slowly. This allows them to release their energy gradually. Just what you need to stay energized for a few hours.
They also provide proteins, which are important for your muscles and hormones, and fibres that together ensure a long and satisfied feeling.
Nuts and seeds: healthy fats and rich in fiber
Nuts and seeds are tiny powerhouses packed with unsaturated fats, including the well-known omega-3. This fat protects your heart, reduces inflammation, and can even boost your mood.
Walnuts and flaxseed are ideal for this. They're also high in fiber and protein, making them essential for a healthy diet, especially for vegetarians and vegans.
Fruit: natural sweetness with a healthy twist
While it's best to consume simple sugars in moderation to avoid sugar crashes, a little fruit with your breakfast is actually perfect. Fruit provides not only natural sugars but also the fiber, vitamins, and minerals your body needs.
This way you can start your day with a tasty and nutritious kickstart.
Yogurt and milk: moisture as a plus
Besides protein and calcium from grains, nuts, and seeds, yogurt and milk offer something extra: moisture. This combination makes you feel fuller and helps you stay full longer.
A soft portion of natural yoghurt or milk completes your breakfast.
Pure granola as a base
Our XAVIES' 0% Sugar Pure Toasted Granola, Nuts & Seeds line contains no added sugars and is rich in slow carbohydrates, proteins, healthy fats and fibers.
Combine a serving of this crunchy granola with some yogurt or milk and fresh fruit, and you have a perfectly balanced breakfast that will give you the energy to start your day full of enthusiasm.
