Who can
believe that we will be heading into September this weekend? The year is
certainly flying by and with September comes a hope of a late summer.
As the days start getting shorter the first sightings of autumn slowly creep
in, September also brings with it National Breakfast Month.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because whilst you are hopefully getting your 8 hours sleep, your body is in a fasting state which lowers your blood sugar levels. Therefore when you wake up it is time to refuel so that you are ready to focus on the day ahead. Here are some delicious nutritious ingredients to use in your breakfast so you and your family get the best start to the day. |
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Bilberry is rich in colour, the
deep colour is a good indication of how many health benefits they contain.
The deep colours are from flavonoids which support the immune system and
general well-being of the body’s health. Bilberry is mainly used to
support collagen, support eye health and mucous membranes.
Cinnamon can be a really good addition to shakes and to breakfast cereal to support blood sugar levels thus aiding weight management and reduce any possible inflammation linked to joint problems. Cinnamon can also be effective in aiding the digestion of your food and reducing any digestive issues such as bloating and indigestion. |
Jumbo rolled oats are high in fibre and are
also a great source of carbohydrate to provide you with energy but also
keeping you full until lunch time as the bulk of the fibre activates the
hormones that regulate appetite in the gut.
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Chia Bia is the food of the Aztecs. The Aztecs
ate this as it aids endurance. This nutrient rich food is packed with omega
3, protein and antioxidants and provides a nice crunchy texture to the family
breakfast.
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Nuts and seeds are good sources of protein
that help your blood sugar levels stay stable and essential fatty acids to
support brain function during the day. A good idea would be to grind a
mixture of nuts and seeds and keep them in your fridge to sprinkle on your
cereal in the morning.
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Some people can’t stomach eating at breakfast time so they
could try drinking a shake or smoothie. Get Up and Go is a delicious low GL
breakfast shake powder formulated by nutritionist Patrick Holford that contains a range of
vitamins and minerals, one third of your daily protein requirement, essential
fatty acids and is made from the best quality whole foods, ground into a
powder. You can either make a shake or add berries and make a delicious
breakfast smoothie
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Kick start your day the right way.
Stay healthy The Totally Nourish team |
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