Quick-and-easy nutritional ideas to jump start your day
It’s the winter season again and you really don’t want to wake up for that morning class. Oh, the pain of getting out of bed! So you sleep for another five minutes and suddenly those five minutes turn into being late for class. Scrambling, you dash out the door like a madman with a piece of toast and some cold coffee. What a great beginning to a new day.
I can’t count the amount of times I’ve been in that situation, but, luckily, I was able to pull through with these simple – and nutritious – life saving cooking hacks.
Thermos oatmeal
This nutritious and easy-to-make breakfast idea will save you time and energy on a busy day. All you need is a thermos, oatmeal, your choice of fruits, and optional honey or maple syrup. Preheat your thermos by simply filling it with boiling water for about five minutes. Pour out the water and add it to your oatmeal. Make sure to add the appropriate amount – you don’t want the oatmeal to end up too lumpy or watery – and add in your preferred choice of fruits. For some additional sweetness, feel free to pour honey or maple syrup and remember to stir!
This is an amazing breakfast idea because you can prepare it the night before and still have your thermos ready to go in the morning. Oatmeal is one of the best breakfast options because it’s low in fat, low in calories, high in protein, and contains antioxidants that protect you from heart disease and cancer. For some additional nutrition boost, feel free to add in some chia or flax seed.
Banana chocolate mug cakes
Mug cakes have been trending the internet for months. If you are someone who is health conscious but likes to indulge in cravings now-and-then, this stress-free and super-delicious idea is for you. You will need a banana, a large egg, cocoa powder, sugar, any nut butter, and any nuts. Mash the banana in a large mug with a fork. Add in the egg and nut butter. Mix thoroughly. Then add in sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder. Make sure to combine until smooth with no lumps. Pop the whole thing into the microwave for about one-and-a-half to two-and-a-half minutes. Use a toothpick to check if cooked thoroughly.
Top it with nuts or yogurt of your choice for some extra protein, and there you have it – a tasty treat perfect for dessert or breakfast. Yum!
With these quick nutritional ideas, why not sleep an extra five minutes on a cold winter day? Throw that boring loaf of bread away, because you’ll have breakfast already covered like a pro with these easy-to-make, time-saving ideas. Give your mornings a new chance.