Start The Day Off Right With These Five Healthy Breakfast Carbs

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Are you the type of person who starts the morning off with a cup of coffee and a donut? While your breakfast of choice might initially give you a boost, chances are within a couple of hours your body will be in a serious slump.
Instead of loading up on bagels, donuts, and sugary treats, nutritionists suggest swapping out unhealthy breakfast goodies for foods containing complex carbs, such as these five breakfast ideas.
Sprouted Bread

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So good! Pomegranate seeds, almond butter on @foodforlifebaking Ezekiel toast. Sprouts to go with my sprouted bread with a side of jicama. Hello Wednesday.

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There’s no need to forego a slice of delicious bread or toast in the morning if you opt for sprouted bread instead of white bread. You can find sprouted bread options in most bakeries and bread aisles these days, with companies such as Ezekial making some truly delicious options. To add an extra energy punch, top your favorite slice of sprouted bread with almond butter, avocado, or peanut butter.
Oats

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cozy oatmeal mornings are my fave. forever swirling @siggisdairy yogurt into my oatmeal bowls for the creamiest oats, and a boost of protein to make them more filling! the combo this morning was so perfect: i used my favorite no sugar added banana and cinnamon flavor with apple cinnamon instant oats, peanut butter, and banana + berries. i love these bowls with truly any of their yogurts- every flavor is lower in sugar and higher in protein, made with only simple ingredients, and gives your oats the best creamy texture! full details for this cozy bowl below! #dailysiggis #sponsored 1 packet instant oats (any flavor or unflavored) 1/2 cup boiling water Milk of choice, as needed 1 container of @siggisdairy no sugar added banana cinnamon yogurt (you can sub with their 2% vanilla flavor or plant based vanilla + cinnamon) 1 tbsp peanut butter 1/2 banana, sliced 1/4 cup blueberries Cinnamon 1. bring water to a boil, then pour over your instant oats in a bowl and allow to sit for 2 minutes. add a splash of milk if needed to get your desired consistency. 2. stir in @siggisdairy yogurt, then top with peanut butter, fruit, and cinnamon. enjoy!

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It’s the perfect breakfast food – easy to make and top with your favorite fruits. Try adding flaxseed for some healthy fats, or add extra healthy carbs by topping with blueberries or bananas. Oats contain 10 grams of protein per half-cup serving, making it a great source of complex carbohydrates.
Greek Yogurt

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Good morning my loves In my bowl is Greek yogurt Blueberry Strawberry Almond nut Coconut flakes Milled seeds Would you prefer a bowl or yogurt with toppings or a bowl of smoothie? Fully packed with calcium and vitamins!! #latifahcooks #coconutflakes #recipecreator #bbcgoodfood #plantbasedbreakfast #thecookfeed#smoothierecipes #tastelondon #breakfastideas #ukfoodie #Greekyogurt #recipeideas #britishfood #breakfastfood #londonfoodblog #food52gram #smoothiebowl #ukfoodies

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Full of calcium, probiotics, and protein, Greek yogurt is a quick and easy breakfast choice, especially if you need to eat on the run. Try topping your favorite Greek yogurt brand with some fresh mango – another excellent source of carbs, or fresh blueberries which contain a whopping 21 grams of carbs per cup!
Shredded Wheat

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Shredded whole wheat cereal with low-fat milk is a great, healthy breakfast option because it doesn’t contain any sugar or salt and is high in fiber. Watch out for shredded wheat cereal that is frosted as it’s high in sugar or shredded wheat with any kind of fruit fillings. If you want to sweeten your cereal, top with some fresh fruit instead.
Kashi 7-Grain Waffles

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Bread, be-gone. There’s a new breakfast base in town and it’s got superfood ingredients on its mind… But seriously, if you’ve not tried our new (gf, vegan, superfood ingredients) Berry Bliss and Golden Goodness Waffles yet, you might want to run to the store. Today #kashiwaffles #nongmoprojectverified #eatmoreplants

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Yes, you can have waffles for breakfast if you choose a healthier option such as Kashi’s 7-Grain Waffles! According to Shape, Kashi’s 7-Grain Waffles contain 24 grams of whole grains per serving and 7 grams of fiber to help you stay full for longer. We love ours topped with sliced banana and a sprinkle of cinnamon!