5 Healthy Breakfast Ideas to Get Your Kid Ready for School

Author Your Holiday Inspiration Guru | August 20, 2020

We're sharing healthy breakfast ideas to help you and your family discover better alternatives to sugary and un-filling breakfast options. Fueling your child with fruits, vegetables, and protein-packed foods can make a big difference in their daily productivity. Start the day with a nutritious meal to encourage more activity and better eating choices throughout the day. 

As the kids head back to school, try swapping out popular, unhealthy breakfast items with these healthy breakfast ideas! 

whole grain cereal

  • Whole-grain cereal 

Whole grains contain helpful nutrients, including protein, fiber, B vitamins, and more. A diet rich in whole grains can reduce the risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and even some forms of cancer.  

fresh fruit

  • Fresh fruits and veggies

A diet high in fruits and vegetables provides an excellent source of fiber, essential vitamins and minerals, and health-boosting antioxidants. Fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of developing heart disease, inflammation, type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer. 

oatmeal

  • Oatmeal 

Oats and oatmeal are great sources for carbs, fiber, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. Oats provide many health benefits, including weight loss, lower blood sugar levels, and a reduced risk of heart disease.

eggs and breakfast meat

  • Eggs and breakfast meat

Foods high in protein are great fuel to boost your focus and energy throughout the day. Protein keeps you full for longer while improving your overall health, including bone and muscle health.  

yogurt and fruit

  • Yogurt with fruit 

Yogurt provides numerous health benefits and is a great source of calcium, B vitamins, protein, and more essential vitamins and minerals. Among other benefits, yogurt can reduce the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, as well as aid in weight management.

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