{"id":81624,"date":"2012-11-08T11:43:19","date_gmt":"2012-11-08T16:43:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=81624"},"modified":"2012-11-08T11:44:31","modified_gmt":"2012-11-08T16:44:31","slug":"5-minute-breakfast-ideas-to-fuel-your-mornings-in-a-hurry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/11\/5-minute-breakfast-ideas-to-fuel-your-mornings-in-a-hurry\/","title":{"rendered":"5-Minute Breakfast Ideas to Fuel Your Mornings in a Hurry"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Bob Greene for TheBestLife.com<\/em><\/p>\n

I\u2019m a big fan of breakfast\u2014in fact, starting off each day with a healthy, balanced breakfast<\/a><\/strong> is one of the key guidelines on my Best Life plan<\/a><\/strong>. A morning meal jump-starts your metabolism, delivers some much-needed energy after a night\u2019s rest and can help with weight loss.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t think you have the time? Check out these five dishes, which you can throw together in five minutes or less.<\/p>\n

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\nSpeedy Cereal<\/strong><\/p>\n

Be picky about what you pour into your bowl. Our guidelines: Opt for a cereal that has at least 4 grams of fiber, no more than 5 grams of sugar, and no more than 120 milligrams sodium per 100 calories. (Click here for a list of healthy cereal choices<\/a><\/strong>.) Top it off with fat-free or one-percent milk or calcium-enriched soy milk. To add more nutrients and flavor, top with some fresh fruit or a tablespoon or two of nuts. Or try this shortcut: Mix a few healthy cereals together, put them in a re-sealable plastic bag, and go.<\/p>\n

Muffins in Minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As long as it’s whole grain\u2014or at least half whole grain\u2014and you don\u2019t grab a mammoth muffin, this can be a decent choice. Opt for one with about 160 to 200 calories and at least 5 grams of fiber. Because whole-grain muffins<\/a><\/strong> are so hard to find (bran muffins don’t count; they\u2019re usually white flour with added bran), try making a batch of your own over the weekend and freezing them\u2014then simply pop one in the microwave on weekday mornings for a few seconds to soften it up. Try our popular Pumpkin Spice muffins<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Fuss-Free Fruit<\/strong><\/p>\n

Simply slice a grapefruit<\/a><\/strong> in half and enjoy. Round out your meal with a slice or two of whole-grain toast topped with nut butter and a glass of fat-free or one percent milk.<\/p>\n

Smoothies in a Snap<\/strong><\/p>\n

Toss your ingredients into the blender, mix, pour and you\u2019re all set. Combine your favorite fruit with a \u00bd cup fat-free milk or calcium-enriched soy milk and \u00bd cup low-fat yogurt. For bonus points, mix in some wheat germ or ground flaxseed. For a complete breakfast, add a tablespoon of nut butter.<\/p>\n

Easy Yogurt<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yogurt is a triple threat: fast, portable and delicious. Cut calories by opting for plain yogurt and mixing in your favorite fruit, some chopped nuts and a drop or two of honey. For a delicious yogurt recipe, check out 4 Breakfasts Worth Waking Up For<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s your favorite in-a-hurry breakfast?<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n

13 Healthier Breakfast Recipes in Baker’s Dozen<\/em> eCookbook<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

7 Ways to Pimp Your Pancakes<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

FREE Weekly Meal Planner Worksheets<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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