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You’ve probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, studies show that a quarter of Americans skip eating breakfast in the morning.¹ Yet there are many health benefits of eating breakfast, including:²

• Maintaining weight
• Improving focus
• Improving energy levels
• Consuming essential vitamins and minerals
• Improving heart health

Here are 5 easy hot breakfast ideas to help you slow down and enjoy eating a meal in the morning!

Eggs

Eggs are a hot breakfast item that take ten minutes or less to make depending on how you like them. Eggs have some health benefits, including:³

• Being a good source of protein
• Containing all 9 essential amino acids
• Helping to maintain cholesterol levels
• Being a great source of omega-3 fatty acids
• Containing vitamin A, which improves eye health

There are several ways you can enjoy eggs, including:

• Sunny-side up
• Hard boiled
• Scrambled
• Soft boiled
• Poached
• Fried

Eggs are a healthy hot breakfast idea that you can enjoy the way you’d like. You can try these different ideas and see what works best for you.

Omelets

Omelets are an easy hot breakfast idea that only require a few ingredients depending on your liking. Typically, omelets contain:

• Eggs
• Cheese
• Veggies such as tomatoes
• Meat such as ham or sausage
• Salt and pepper to taste

Some common omelet combinations include broccoli and cheese, ham and cheese, Mediterranean (spinach, feta cheese, and tomatoes), and vegetarian (which contain items such as mushrooms, onions, red peppers, and baby spinach).⁴

Since an omelet will be made with your choice of ingredients, you’ll be able to have control over your calories, vitamins, and nutrients. Omelets are also rich in carbohydrates, which can help you stay energized and feel fuller for longer.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal is another healthy hot breakfast idea that you can easily incorporate into your morning routine. You can make oatmeal relatively easy with oats of your choice and milk.

One health benefit of enjoying oatmeal as a hot breakfast is that it’s rich in soluble fiber. Fiber can lower your body’s blood glucose and cholesterol levels, which is important for staying healthy and protecting yourself from diabetes and heart disease.⁵

Many people will add fruits and vegetables to their oatmeal to make it healthier. Strawberries, blueberries, bananas, kiwis, and oranges can all be great options to cut up and add to your oatmeal.

You should be mindful of the type of oatmeal that you use. Some brands of oatmeal will add sugars and natural preservatives that will negate some of the health benefits. Use steel-cut oats to make the healthiest kind of oatmeal, and avoid instant oatmeal that is usually loaded with excess sugars and additives.

Breakfast Sandwich

Breakfast sandwiches are a great way to start the day. They can be eaten on the go, and they will often contain a protein in the form of eggs or meat, which can help satiate your hunger.

One way you can make your breakfast sandwich healthier is by choosing to use whole grain bread over white bread. White bread doesn’t contain all the vitamins and nutrients that whole grain bread has because it removes them in the manufacturing process. Whole grains have also been shown to improve digestion over processed foods.⁶

There are also different ways to make a breakfast sandwich. Some will enjoy cooking it in the pan, while others will use a breakfast sandwich cooker to make everything taste even. No matter how you like your breakfast sandwich, you can make a healthy sandwich filled with what you enjoy.⁷

Pancakes

Another hot breakfast idea is to make pancakes. While many people eat pancakes with sugary syrups and unhealthy toppings, you can make healthy pancakes loaded with fruits.

One idea to make your pancakes healthier is to mix your own pancake batter. There are many recipes online, and by mixing your own batter, you’ll know the exact ratio of what you are eating for breakfast. Some healthy pancake recipes include only a few ingredients such as bananas, oats, or protein.

Some fruits that go great with pancakes include strawberries, blueberries, and bananas. You can even mix some of these into the pancake batter to give the pancakes a fruity taste.

To keep your pancakes healthier, avoid using processed syrups. You can try topping your pancakes with a substitute such as honey or natural jam.

Saber Healthcare and Our Dietary Team

Here at Saber Healthcare, our dietary teams strive to create breakfast menus that meet our residents’ nutritional needs. Our culinary experts have tried various healthy hot breakfast ideas to help our residents explore what they enjoy best. The communities we offer services in work to offer healthy dining options to help our residents enjoy each meal while getting their daily recommended vitamins and minerals.

To learn more about Saber Healthcare and what we offer, click here.

Saber Healthcare is an organization dedicated to providing consultant services to long term care providers. This article is for informational purposes and is not meant to be seen as professional advice. Please consult with a medical expert before relying on the information provided.

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