Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It fuels the body to help provide energy, better concentration and problem-solving ability throughout the day and aids in healthy weight management. Women who skip breakfast often feel tired, restless or irritable in the morning.”
Breakfast cereals are quick and handy but they can be loaded with sugar. Here are my Top 10 Healthy Breakfast recipes for menopause – or women generally.
1 Banana Protein Thickshake by the Lunchbox Doctor
I love this recipe and it is a great way to set up for the day. A word of advice, peel the banner before you freeze it. It is not easy to peel a frozen banana!
http://www.lunchboxdoctor.com/banana-protein-thickshake/#more-4014‘
2 Quinoa Porridge with Chia Seeds, Pear and Vanilla by No Caffeine Required
This is a grain-free, gluten-free recipe that will keep you satisfied and energised until lunchtime. The chia seeds are a rich source of Omega 3 essential fat.
http://www.nocaffeinerequired.com/recipe/quinoa-porridge-with-chia-seeds-pear-and-vanilla/
3 Paleo Pancakes – by Mt Uncle’s Banana Flour at Quirky Cooking
These lovely blueberry pancakes only take a few minutes to make and cook.
http://www.quirkycooking.blogspot.co.uk/
4 Stuffed Omelette by Mother Nature Network
Good to have some protein for breakfast.
http://www.mnn.com/food/recipes/photos/5-healthy-breakfast-dishes/stuffed-omelette
5 Berry Seed Smoothie by The Food Teacher
How about a fruit smoothie for breakfast? Rich in antioxidants and Omega 3.
http://www.thefoodteacher.co.uk/blog.html
6 Berry Blast Porridge by Good to Know
I am a regular porridge eater and like to ring the changes with different toppings and additions. With summer berries starting to appear in the shops, this could be a tasty start to the day.
http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/recipes/530418/berry-blast-porridge
7 Ten Must-Try Juice Recipes by Alexia Dellner at Women’s Health
A variety of healthy juices to try including watercress, melon and pear juice and my favourite, Pear and ginger juice. You don’t need a fancy juicer, just a blender.
http://www.womenshealthmag.co.uk/nutrition/recipes/1082/chia-raspberry-pancakes-with-orange-and-cinnamon-ricotta-recipe/
8 Granola Breakfast Muffins by Eric Lanlard at Channel 4
These protein packed muffins would be useful to pack in your bag if you don’t have time to eat breakfast before you leave the house.
http://www.channel4.com/programmes/baking-mad-with-eric-lanlard/articles/all/granola-breakfast-muffins-recipe
9 Full English Breakfast by BBC Good Food
If you are a big fan of the full English Breakfast, here is a healthy update.
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/5820/the-ultimate-makeover-full-english-breakfast
10 Muesli by No Caffeine Required
This homemade muesli recipe is easy to assemble and full of goodies. Much less sugar than shop bought mueslis.
