Breakfast: (The best breakfast combines a fiber-rich carb like fruit or whole grains with a protein such as eggs, nuts, or dairy)
1. "Bagelicious"-one 3-oz whole grain bagel spread with 1 Laughing Cow Light cheese wedge; 1/4 cup raisins (343 calories; 5 g fat; 8 g fiber)*
2. "More than just Cereal"-1 cup fiber-rich cereal (maybe multi-bran chex) with 1/2 cup skim milk and 1/2 medium sliced banana; 1 hard-boiled egg. (370 calories; 7 g fat; 9 g fiber) *
I like these two breakfasts because they are quick to prepare as long as you boil some eggs in advance. You can get the stuff for both of these breakfasts and alternate them for a good 8-10 days.
I started with breakfast because it really is a huge secret to losing weight. Whenever I have lost the most weight it is because I added breakfast to my day and usually not even a good one. Just starting your metabolism first thing in the morning does so much for your daily calorie burning.
Let's start there. If you are not a breakfast eater, committ to eating breakfast every day this week. If you already are a good breakfast eater, try the recipes above to get more bang for your buck.
*Both recipes from Family Circle Magazine, June and July issues 2010.
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