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Breakfast menu tips Breakfast is taken in the start of the day. It is a very important meal of the day and is mandatory to have the breakfast regularly. Breakfast if taken regularly can relieve the person from fatigue and will aid functioning of the body and proper thinking of the mind. It is very essential to have a nutritious breakfast for better efficiency and productivity.
About one third of our calories come from the breakfast. Just like our balanced diet, it is essential to bring a balance in breakfast in terms of proper amounts of nutrients. The breakfast should contain complex carbohydrates, fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals. Avoid high amounts of fat and simple sugar containing foods.
Certain items that are healthy for breakfast are:-
Omelettes made with egg white, whole grain breads, oatmeals, fruits. Add some amount of vegetables to enhance the nutrient content of the food.
Cooked rice cereals with milk and cinnamon, mixed cereals porridge with milk and honey and any seasonal fruits, apple oats cereals
Tofu French toast, Vanilla yoghurt French toast, Blue berry waffles topped with peanut butter and bananas
Sandwiches made with wheat bread and low fat spreads with vegetables, Semolina preparation with addition of vegetables, Wheat pancakes with yoghurt.
All the items can be consumed with milk, hot chocolate or fruit juices.
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