If your idea of a healthy breakfast is a Slim-Fast shake or a bowl of some “special” cereal and toast, you just might be wrong. These foods contain simple sugars that will not sustain you for more than a few hours at best. The trick is to combine proteins, roughage (read: complex carbohydrates) and a bit of fat.
If you are famished by 10:00 a.m. and experience mid-morning slumps, you might be able to place the blame on your choice of breakfast foods!
We all understand by now that breakfast is a very important meal. What you eat in the a.m. can affect the rest of your day, so why not eat foods that are delicious, good for you, and big time energy dynamos? Maybe it’s time to put down that breakfast bar and load up with some of these “better for you” breakfast foods.
Eggs have really been bad-mouthed by some people, haven’t they? Some cite concerns about cholesterol, fat grams… yadda yadda yadda. But in reality, eggs are a very good source of protein— one of the most complete sources of protein, by the way — and the yolks contain some very important nutrients that may actually aid in weight loss. If you want to lower the calories, use one yolk for every two eggs (so one whole egg mixed with one egg white).
Whip up an omelette this morning using two or three eggs, a handful of chicken breast and some veggies. Yummy. The fat contained in the egg yolks has a “stick-to-your-ribs” effect, as will the fiber-rich veggies, and the high-protein content will see you through the morning all the way to lunch without a grumble! If you really want to add some oomph, eat a piece of whole grain bread with your omelette. For those of you trying to cut calories, use mainly egg whites in your omelettes, but add at least one yolk to give your meal a little flavor and fat.
If you’re not the egg type try a small hunk of organic cheese with a handful of almonds and figs. How European, right? Again, the staying power of the protein, fat and carb combo will have you sailing energetically through your day.
Another really tasty option is to throw some raw oatmeal (yes, you can eat it raw) in a bowl with raisins, cashews and maybe a spoonful of flaxseed or wheat germ and eat it cereal style with low-fat milk or soymilk.
Are you a smoothie person? Make yours with a favorite protein powder, strawberries or blueberries — they contain tons of antioxidants — and a tablespoon of flax oil (it actually tastes good; find it in your health food store).
Have you ever tried dinner leftovers for breakfast? It might sound kind of yuk, but try it. Chances are you will get a bit of protein, fat and carbs from last night’s chicken and broccoli dish.
Low-fat (find the sugar-free kind) yogurt with a piece of fruit and a handful of almonds is another great option.
These are just a few breakfast suggestions, but by now you see what you need to do: eliminate the simple sugars and add some whole grains, fat and protein to see how good a balanced breakfast can make you feel.
yes I believe all that but im a person that doesn’t eat eggs. in the morning i’ll eat a bowl of cereal honeybunch. then 2 hour later i’ll get a smoothies and don’t eat till lunch ..I lov my ric but i’ll eat a spoon of rice with chicken and salad. but its get boring so their I go eating pizza love pizza so I really stress to lose weight I was going to the gym have 5 month that I stop so I gain that weight right back please help…..Antonia breton
Atonia, we would love to help you reach your goals! The first step is signing up for your free account where you will receive personalized workouts and meal plans tailored to you.
I d love to acquire a love for working out but confused on how to start my day and how to start dieting. When’s the best time to work out? Do i workout first then start my diet? What to get within my budget when I grocery shop for my diet. Just one of many questions. I prefer to workout from home can’t afford gym or trainor. Babysteps works for me. Thank you..
Hi Reeree, thank you for your interest in BodyLab. A great place to start would be to download the BodyLab app. You can find a personalized fitness and diet plan tailored just for you. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
just had a heart attack in November 2014 need to change diet and loose weight
Hi Lenore, Congrats on your decision to get in shape. We recommend talking to your doctor before you start any type of diet and or fitness plan. Present the BodyLab app to your doctor and get him to sign off and make any recommendations for you.
Question how unrealistic is a 66 old women who want to run again. I use to run in my 30s and loved running. I know I need to loose some weigh about 30 lbs and I doing that so what do you think is it unrealistic and just do walking
Hi Caroline, I think that is great that you are wanting to get back into running. I think it would be best to consult with your doctor regarding this issue, if he clears you for running then I think it would be a great idea to get back into! Good luck on this new journey!
Question. How many meals or how many small meals can you eat when on this diet. I’m really confused.
Do you guys recommend having one of your protein shakes as a meal/snack supplement? I am trying to lose weight.not bulk up
Hi Jen, great question! We have a lot of customers who love using the protein as a mid day snack.
What’s the difference between the thermogenic shake and then just the plain shake? I’d like to lose my last 12 pounds somewhat fast! 3-4 weeks?
I have the app as well as the Body Lab 7day cleanse, and protein powder. I have about 85 lbs to loose, I’ve been tracking my food, walking about 2 miles per day on my lunch break and working out at the gym. Any suggestions on how to loose weight faster. I need motivation, I don’t have a workout buddy and I tend to get discouraged. I use to weigh 330 and I am down to 240. Wanting to get down to at least 160??? Help..
First off congratulations! What an accomplishment losing as much weight as you have. Second, don’t get discouraged, losing weight is always a process and people are bound to hit plateaus. In order to “break” these plateaus, don’t be afraid to try new things and assess their effectiveness. What we mean by this is educate yourself as much as you can. Research different types of diets; hire a personal trainer if you can, and if you can’t, ask people (like us) what to do. Some people see better results eating less carbs, some people don’t but as you “experiment” with different plans/programs make sure it is something you can do long term and not just a quick fix. Also, see if what you are doing is working by taking weekly pictures, or measurements. Finally remember that willpower is the biggest factor in getting the results you want! Remember, no one forces you to eat bad food! No one makes you not push yourself in the gym… Be elite, but most important be what you deserve to be! Good luck and if you have specific questions email us at feedback@bodylab.com
i do not controller the food , in the morning i like bred whit mayo and whatever else, and my stress make me eating a lot .i going to the gym wen i feeling for real i need motivation for do thees and i don’t now if i cant do-it Thant!!
Hello, thank you for your interest in BodyLab. A great first step for you would be to download the BodyLap app where you can find personalized diet and fitness plans tailored to you. Also, try finding a fitness buddy to help you stay motivated.
I have recently been on a detox/infused water kick. My water intake has increased because of it, but I know that the added fruit also adds calories. Is it ok to replace all water intake with the detox water, or should I be incorporating it less and drinking more “plain” water? (I currently have lemon, strawberries and blueberries in my 64 oz water bottle.)
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I’m 51 y.o. my diet is healthy, I do exercise 1 hr. / 3 times a week but I’m struggling controlling my weight. I love weights. I have tried some of the products that you suggest in your page, Any suggestions to increase my metabolism in a natural way? besides the products that you are promoting?
Thank you for your motivation.
Hello Olga, The best way to increase your metabolism (the amount of calories you burn at rest) is to increase your lean muscle mass. In order to do this you need to consume adequate calories and the proper macronutrient ratio (Protein, Carbs, Fat). You will also want to focus on resistance training. Following the program/diet on the bodylab app with the goal of “increase muscle” should help you do this. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
Thank you for explaining the 7 day cleanse . This really helps I started today very confuse ..
Excited to start.
i love eating everything for breakfast such as milk,banana,cheese,almond,nutella,jam is it ok? Iam so hungry in the morning
I’ve been trying to lose weight for a very long time for health reasons. I need help building my diet plan. My experience with dieting is I get bored with eating the same things. The only type of exercises I’m able to do right now is water exercises. I enjoy eating eggs, fruit, vegetables and raw oatmeal if okay also. I purchased the Ultimate workout pack, but I’m not sure when to use the preworkout extender, endurance boosting and the totalburn. And I am having problems setting up a meal plan on bodylabs system.
Hi Gloria, please feel free to email feedback@bodylab.com where we can answer your questions