Expert-Approved Breakfast Ideas: What Nutritionists Eat to Start Their Day
Breakfast Choices from Nutrition Experts
Experts agree that breakfast plays a significant role in starting the day. However, opinions vary on what constitutes a healthy breakfast. Here are some common breakfast choices among nutritionists:
1. Liquid Breakfasts
- Smoothies: Three nutritionists prefer smoothies. Lindsay Malone often drinks a smoothie with at least 30g of protein, fruits, and veggies. Her current favorite is pumpkin pie flavored, with canned pumpkin, banana, almond butter, spices, protein powder, and almond milk.
- Juices: Daryl Gioffre drinks a green juice made with cucumbers, lemon, ginger, kale, and pears to get his greens in the morning.
- Golden Milk and Kefir: Some experts favor warm turmeric milk or kefir.
2. Oats and Oatmeal
- Overnight Oats: Five nutritionists enjoy overnight oats. Christen Kaplan adds cinnamon, manuka honey, and berries to hers.
- Oatmeal: Four experts choose oatmeal. Tori Vasko tops hers with chia seeds, protein powder, berries, and peanut butter. Jennie Norton adds cinnamon and chopped fruits.
3. Avocado on Toast
Five nutritionists like avocado for breakfast. Peg Doyle enjoys it on sourdough with smoked salmon, while Jennie Norton pairs it with a fried egg on an English muffin.
4. Eggs
Eggs are popular among seven experts. Shelley Balls likes scrambled eggs with kimchi. Others prepare omelets or creative egg dishes, often including vegetables and proteins.
5. Dairy Options
Some nutritionists prefer Greek yogurt, topped with fruit and granola. Harris tops cottage cheese with berries for added protein and probiotics.
6. Unique Choices
- Tofu Scramble: Carolina Schneider opts for a savory tofu scramble.
- High Protein Mug Cake: Norton enjoys a mug cake made from protein pancake mix, fruit, and Greek yogurt.
In conclusion, breakfast preferences vary widely. Each expert emphasizes balanced meals that suit their individual health goals and lifestyles.