Crush Your Weight Loss Goals With These Healthy Breakfast Recipes

You may have heard ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day’, but is it really? Eating a well-balanced breakfast, especially when you’re looking to slim down can make or break your success. Here, experts share why you should start your day with a morning meal and healthy breakfast recipes for weight loss that can help you achieve your health goals.

“I think breakfast is a must for me in my philosophy,” says Lauren Harris-Pincus, M.S., R.D.N., author of The Protein-Packed Breakfast Club and owner of Nutrition Starring YOU. It’s especially crucial for people who may need some extra calcium, vitamin D, and fiber, which breakfast foods tend to be high in, she adds.

“It really varies from person to person,” says Karen Ansel, R.D.N., author of Healing Superfoods for Anti-Aging. “Remember that not all morning meals are created equal, so what you choose really matters. The key is to focus on nutrients proven to keep you full like protein and fiber. At the same time, you’ll also want to steer clear of foods that are laced with sugar and highly processed carbs, which can cause blood sugar spikes that inevitably lead to midmorning hunger pangs.”

That means you may want to skip the plain bagel and butter or sugary muffin that will leave you hungry and opt for something that includes a lot of protein, Harris-Pincus says. She recommends aiming for at least 20 grams of protein at breakfast which can help prevent muscle loss as we age. “We tend to get enough in a day, but don’t spread it out evenly, which is important for muscle health,” says.

And just like every other meal throughout your day, Harris-Pincus recommends including fiber, healthy fats, and produce to your protein to help stabilize blood sugar and keep energy stable. Plus, don’t avoid carbohydrates entirely first thing in the morning. These are important for fiber, brain health, gut health, satiety, and overall health–just aim to choose whole grains, she notes.

Now, add these healthy breakfast recipes for weight loss to your repertoire.