4 good ideas for a breakfast successful
The breakfast is our first meal of the day, as it follows our overnight fast (de-fasting). At the same time, it's a good rest for the digestive system. Do you know the saying: eat like a king in the morning, like a prince at noon and like a poor man in the evening? This illustrates the importance of breakfast...
As we all know, the reality of life today is very different from one person to another. I can tell you that in my naturopathic practice, I meet many people who don't eat breakfast in the morning, or who eat while driving with a coffee in hand.
And questions like "Why are there mornings when I'm not hungry?" come up again and again. There are many answers to this question, but here's one: if the previous evening's meal was long to digest, you can expect not to be hungry in the morning, especially if the meal was late in the evening. So, the classic way to start the day is with a coffee, which not only gives you energy, but can also curb your hunger.
On the other hand, if hunger isn't there, you'll need a snack to get you through to dinner, as the quality of mental concentration is bound to be reduced by hunger. Planning a snack will prevent you from rushing to the first carbohydrate-rich food dispenser, which could have an impact on blood sugar levels.
4 good ideas for a breakfast : Activate the digestive system
Adopting a healthy lifestyle isn't easy, but it's well worth the effort. Starting the day with a glass of lemon water can activate the digestive system, boost the immune system and deacidify the body, as lemon has a basic effect.
Recipe for lemon water or chef cleanser
- Squeeze half a lemon
- Mix the lemon juice with a cup of’warm water (the liver appreciates heat)
- A teaspoon of maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
- The water should not be too hot, as this will cancel out the important vitamins contained in the lemon.
- Drink in the morning or on an empty stomach.
4 good ideas for a breakfast incorporating fiber and protein
It's important to have ideas about breakfasts to gently wake up the digestive system. First, it involves bringing in polyunsaturated fats for the brain, protein to maintain energy and fruit as sources of vitamins, minerals and fiber for gut health.
Pranaa Quebec-based company, offers breakfasts to simplify our hurried mornings.
Let's get to know this family business whose story began in 2005. After returning from a trip to India, Alon Faber and Marie-Josée Richer, who had set up a seasonal vegan restaurant in Goa, decided to move to Quebec to pursue their entrepreneurial passion for healthy food. Their driving force is to have a positive impact on people's lives, while addressing social and environmental issues.
Today, they are the Prana reaches people from east to west and is a leader in the organic industry. It offers responsibly sourced organic and vegan products.
4 good ideas for a breakfast successful: "Chia in the fridge" blends
Chia seeds are an ideal ingredient for making pudding mixes.breakfasts (they swell when liquid is added). Chia seeds are also an excellent source of omega-3s, antioxidants, phosphorus, manganese, calcium and magnesium. They also contain high levels of fiber and protein. Chia seeds can be added to gluten-free desserts and/or smoothie recipes, etc.
Chia in the fridge de Prana is a recipe made with gluten-free oats, chia seeds, cane sugar, freeze-dried (dehydrated) raspberry powder, coconut milk and more. This product comes in a 50-gram sachet, which you mix in a Mason jar with water and refrigerate overnight. Chia in the fridge is delicious and nourishing.
Two flavors are available:
These blends can be accompanied by almond, oat or other milk for a slightly higher-calorie recipe, taking into account your morning energy requirements.
You can take these breakfast as they are, or add to them for specific needs. For example, for a breakfast richer in protein, you can add hemp protein powder, rice protein powder or, if you have no intolerance to dairy products, whey protein, etc.
Or why not add collagen powder? And before serving, add fresh fruit (blueberries, mangoes, pears, etc.).
These breakfasts are gluten-free, non-GMO and certified organic.
4 good ideas for a breakfast Granolove on the go" mixes
Granolove on the go Crunchy organic brownies is a serving of organic granola with gluten-free oats, sunflower seeds, 70% chocolate, chia seeds, cocoa powder, shredded coconut and more. Water is added to a bag of Granolove on the go which transforms into a creamy drink.
In the delicious Granolove on the Go Organic Oatmeal Cookie Crunchthe Granolove biscuit crunch features pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, puffed brown rice, cinnamon and more.
Prepared by adding water to make a creamy drink. Before serving, add fresh fruit such as blueberries, raspberries or strawberries.
As with Chia in the fridge, Granolove snacks on the go can be enhanced with vegetable protein powder, whey powder, collagen, etc.
Taking the time to eat healthily is easy with Prana products!
About the author
Marie Couture, Certified Naturopath
Specialized in :
- Digestive disorders
- Inflammation
- Hormonal problems
- Stress management
For further reading : Marie-Josée Richer: "Spreading Prana's values around the world".
References
Joyeux Pr. Henri, Joyeux Jean, Manger mieux et meilleur de 0 à 100 ans (In French only)éditions du Rocher, 2017, 326 pages