Three Easy Breakfast Options On The Cheap!

When we were younger we all heard the same thing from our parents, "The most important meal of the day is breakfast."  I don't know why so many people opt to skip breakfast, but to be honest I was one of them.  But this is what I have learned while on my journey to a new me, if you eat within the first hour of your day there is a greater chance that you will stay on your path to become healthy.  Try  one of these easy options to get your metabolism going in the morning.  And for fun I have included the approximate cost of each.

Breakfast Staple #1 - Peanut Butter (17 cents per serving)

Peanut butter is a cheap way to add well-rounded nutrients to your breakfast, because just 1 tablespoon has 4 grams of protein, 8 grams of fat, a few grams of fiber, and 4 grams of carbs.   Its polyunsaturated fatty acids helps decrease cholesterol while keeping you feeling full longer.  Have an all time favorite "PBJ" (peanut butter and jelly sandwich) and you may discover you won't get those mid-morning munchies.

Breakfast Staple #2 - Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (21 cents a serving)

Processed cereals can be a sneaky source of sugar, so opt for no-sugar added whole grains in the a.m.   Oats are a great choice, because they’ve also been shown to lower bad cholesterol.

Make it a meal:

Mix a cup each rolled oats and skim milk with ¼ cup each almonds and dried fruit. Microwave for 4  minutes, then let sit another minute so oats soak up the liquid.  To sweeten add a little brown sugar "Splenda" for added punch.

Breakfast Staple #3 - Greek Yogurt ($1 per 5.3 oz serving)  

Though Greek yogurt may cost slightly more than the regular kind, you get more nutrition for your money: The Greek option has 15 g of protein, compared to about 6 g in the regular stuff. Buy it plain to cut down on sugar and cost. Be sure to check the label for gut-protecting bacteria L. acidophilus and B. bifidum, and the “Live and Active Cultures” seal.  I only like the Greek Yogurt with Splenda or Stevia and mix in a 1/4 to 1/2 cup of strawberries or blueberries to make it  an extra special treat.   

 
 I know that we live in a world of drive-thru and fast food chains and that breakfast in a bag is easy and convenient, but try one of the above options and your waist-line will be happy you did!