Breakfast is an important meal of the day, and sometimes it may not fit into our busy schedules. How we begin our day often determines how the rest of the day plays out, especially when it comes to ENERGY.
Having breakfast can make the difference between feeling energized or feel as if we are dragging. Often times the food we eat is directly related to how we physically feel. So if you are skipping breakfast and only grab a cup or two of coffee – this message is for you.
We all need energy. I know I do! It becomes a habit for many of us to grab a quick bowl of cereal or just forget to eat breakfast all together. We pace through the morning on 1-2 cups of coffee and trying to survive the rest of our day.
Its not about surviving the day, its about thriving throughout the day! Have you ever experienced a “crash and crave” roller coaster for the entire day. If you begin your morning with caffeinated coffee and a sweet roll, you will surely experience a sugar high and then crash. And then, you will be either too tired to make it through your responsibilities or you will be reaching for another cup of coffee to get through the next few hours. On top of all of this, you are feeling crabby.
Having a berry smoothie is a quick alternative to a fast breakfast. What’s great is that it give you sustainable energy to begin your day.
When we add in some greens, a little fruit, and a healthy liquid like coconut water you are bound to feel energetic and ready to take on the day. Starting the day with a smoothie also gives you well needed antioxidants which help protect our bodies from free radicals, and it is a great low glycemic start. Eating a low glycemic breakfast will help curb your sugar cravings for the entire day and it will also help with not crashing our blood sugar levels.
Next time you want a quick breakfast, try a delicious smoothie that will leave you feeling energized and feeling happy. A morning smoothie will provide your body with the nutrients it needs to produce natural energy and naturally boost your metabolism. Here is a delicious example to try today:
Frozen Berry Smoothie
1 cup organic coconut water,
1 cup frozen blueberries,
1/2 cup frozen berries mix
1 small banana,
1 sliced apple.
Blend on high for a few minutes, pour into a glass, sip slowly…. Enjoy!
Enjoy this great day!
Your Holistic Health Coach,
