How many calories should your breakfast be?
If you're trying to lose weight, then the magic number for you is 400.
In fact eating four, 400-calorie meals a day fuels energy, revs your
metabolism, and makes you feel full longer while keeping calories in
check. This translates into effortless weight loss.
This peanut butter and banana sandwich is a
healthier version of "The Elvis," since it was one of the King of
Rock's favorite meals when topped with bacon. We left out the meat and
added fresh blueberries on the side.
This homemade fruity, nutty granola
recipe makes 18 half-cup servings and costs less than the store-bought
kind. Personalize it by swapping in your favorite nuts, dried fruits, or
the kind of honey that you like best.
Morning meals that will keep you full 'til lunch
PB&B Sandwich
This peanut butter and banana sandwich is a
healthier version of "The Elvis," since it was one of the King of
Rock's favorite meals when topped with bacon. We left out the meat and
added fresh blueberries on the side.- Spread each half of a toasted whole wheat English muffin with 1 Tbsp peanut butter
- Top each half with ¼ c sliced banana
- Eat as an open-faced sandwich with a side of 20 blueberries
Cheesy Eggs on Toast
Order this omelet at your favorite weekend breakfast spot, or make this combo in your own kitchen.- Request an omelet made with 1 egg and 2 egg whites
- Fill it with spinach, tomatoes, and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella
- Eat with 2 slices of whole wheat toast (no butter!)
Honey-Sweetened Granola
- Make the Honey-Sweetened Granola (get the recipe here)
- Pour ½ c Honey-Sweetened Granola in a bowl
- Top with ⅔ c low-fat milk
- Serve with 6 oz orange juice
Egg Sandwich on the Run
This is a great go-to sandwich if you're relying on a food court, heading out for an early-morning road trip, or grabbing a quick breakfast on your way to work. Who says you can't have fast food?- Order a Dunkin' Donuts Egg & Cheese on English Muffin (without meat)
- Wash it down with a small iced latte with fat-free milk
Waffle Sundae
- Prepare 2 frozen whole grain waffles according to package directions
- Top each waffle with ¼ c nonfat plain yogurt
- Add 1 Tbsp slivered almonds, ¼ c fresh raspberries, and ½ Tbsp pure maple syrup
