Sunday, July 05, 2009

Breakfast: Why is it so important?
Why is breakfast the most important meal of the day?


I admit I,m not good at eating breakfast, so I'm really trying to change that.
I know coffee is not enough.
A healthy breakfast refuels the body and replenishes blood sugar, and gives the energy necessary to start a new day. In addition, evidence indicates that breakfast is good for both the mind and bodies health.

A healthy breakfast should consist of a variety of foods. To make a healthy breakfast each day, choose one item from at least three of the following four food groups:

Fruits and vegetables. Consider fresh, whole fruits and vegetables, fruit or vegetable smoothies, or 100 percent juice without added sugar. (Whole fruit is better because of the fiber)

Grains. Choose whole-grain rolls, bagels, hot or cold whole-grain cereals, or low-fat bran muffins.
Dairy. Consider skim milk, low-fat yogurt cups or low-fat cheeses, such as cottage and natural cheeses.

Protein. Choose hard-boiled eggs, peanut butter, lean slices of meat and poultry, or fish, such as water-packed tuna or slices of salmon.

So i have a Delicious breakfast recipe...
Oat meal blueberry pancakes:

3/4 cup oatmeal
1 cup water
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg, slightly beaten
3/4 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1 cup fresh blueberries

Plain yogurt, if desired maple syrup
1)To cook oatmeal, combine oatmeal and 1 cup of water. Cook either conventional or microwave method according to package directions.


2)Combine flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon in a medium bowl.

3)Mix egg and milk in another medium bowl.

4)Add flour mixture to egg mixture; stir until well bended.

5)Stir in cooked oatmeal.

Heat griddle or skillet: grease if desired. Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto medium hot griddle. Cook pancakes about 3 minutes or until puffed and dry around the edges. Before turning add a few fresh blueberries to each pancake. Turn and cook approximately 2 more minutes or until golden brown.

An excellent breakfast choice... better nutrition than a your regular pancakes and super delicious....

Happy Breakfasting.... Remember why it's breakfast... because were breaking the fast of a good nights rest... also important to rehydrate.

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