filling breakfast ideas

honu18

Hey everyone!

Normally I eat a decent sized breakfast--usually about 250 calories (bowl of cereal & piece of fruit), but then I end up eating a snack about two to three hours later between that and lunch. I'm pretty much a grazer and just eat small amounts throughout the day. However, next week, I'm taking a big test that requires me to be at the test center for about five hours. We're not allowed to bring anything in--although there may be a possibility I can eat a granola bar or something during a 10 minute break at one point. But, I want to avoid feeling hungry at all costs and not being distracted by that. I also don't want to eat too much in the morning to the point where i get tired and lethargic. Does anyone have any ideas on what I should eat for breakfast that day? I know a lot of people say oatmeal is filling, but I actually get pretty hungry soon after I eat that, so not sure about that choice.

Thanks so much!

tracikearns

Go with protein to keep you fuller longer...4 egg whites on a whole wheat english muffin would be a great idea. I usually eat oatmeal in the morning and have found that when I eat the quaker old fashioned oats and make it the skim milk it is much more filling
Good luck!

lizsmith1976

No expert or anything... But what I would do is also add some protein, like eggbeaters if you want to make a super-smart choice. For me, I need a good mix of carbs/protein to avoid feeling hungry soon after eating. I would also make sure that the cereal is something like oatmeal or quinoa so that i takes longer to digest.

SarahAlt

Try a fried egg with cheese on toast or an english muffin. It's a around 250 calories and it seems to fill me up til about 11 am every day. Anything loaded with protein and fiber will keep you feeling fuller longer and well energized. It also takes about 5 mins to make and is great for on the go! I eat one every morning in the car on the way to work.

deadstarsunburn

i love oatmeal lol. Well for dinner last night I had zuchini, squash, spinach, sweet potato cooked in spray canola oil. I'm vegan but I would imagine that would make an AWESOME omellette. Or have it wish some toast or in a wrap. Just pile up the veggies lol their so filling and won't kill your calories.

IggyL

You are going to need something that will stick with you, I would suggest making sure you get some protein with breakfast. Maybe some scrambled eggs with some part-skim mozarella along with some whole grain toast. I hope they let you bring water to drink with you, that can help with some of the hunger thoughts.

aeckels616

I'd suggest plenty of protein - eggs, dairy, meat. Avoid carbs if you can, they tend to give short term energy, then leave you feeling sluggish and hungry. An apple won't hurt you, but stay away from bread products and anything containing sugar. Low-glycemic foods will keep you feeling full longer.

serendipityrr

I agree with the protein idea....maybe some turkey bacon too?

yvdavies

Try Uncle Sam's cereal with fruit on top. I find that cereal particularly filling.

Bob_Sugar

I usualy do oatmeal

farrahsczykutowicz

I eat every 3 hours however this will keep me full or quite awhile if it has to...it has protein,fat and good carbs
Potein Pancakes

4 egg whites
1/2 cup oats
1-2 tbsp greek yogurt
1 tbsp flax
1 scoop of proein

Mix together and make into 3-4 pancakes. Top with 1/3 cup of sugar free syrup and 1/3 cup of berries. Sometimes for added fat, I also add a Tbsp of natural PB to top.

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Another good one is the Mac Muffin. It takes about 45 minutes to make but you can make it the night before and then jsut put in foil and heat for 15 minutes in the oven and take with you. It's delish. Recipe below:

24 egg whites
1 c. dry oats (rolled oats, old fashioned oats, plain Quaker oats, or quick oats will do)
12 slices 97% fat free canadian bacon
Directions:
The name of the game here is layering. Read on and see

Spray an 8×8 square pan with Pam or any other nonstick spray, and pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Pour 1/4 of the egg whites (6 whites, or their equivalent from a carton) and place one layer of canadian bacon at the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle about 1/4 of the oats (so, 1/4 c.), and put this mixture in the oven for 10 minutes.
Remove the pan from the oven and add another layer of egg whites, then 1/4 c. oats, then a layer of canadian bacon, then another 1/4 c. oats. Repeat this until you’ve used all your egg whites, oats, and canadian bacon, cooking each layer until it is no longer wet in the middle. When it’s done, cut it in four pieces and store them in the fridge.
I re-heat these to take on the go by placing them in the oven at 350* on a piece of tin foil for about 15 minutes. When I’m ready to leave the house, I take it out of the oven, sprinkle a little sea salt on top, and wrap it up in the foil to take it to go! Another option for re-heating is to place a piece of cheddar cheese on top (or even in the middle, like a sandwich!). Yum!
Macro Breakdown: 200 calories, 2g fat, 13.5g carbs, and a whopping 30g protein to keep you full all morning.


Pasted from <http://blog.questproteinbar.com/a-day-of-rachel-mac-food/

CatClark

I make oatmeal with a twist - I use Spelt flakes instead of oats. I find they keep me fuller longer than oats do for some reason... I mix in some cocoa powder, and if I'm going all out, I'll slice a banana over the top for an extra potassium boost

Maybe try incorporating some protein to your breakfast to keep you feeling fuller for longer? A boiled egg, some yoghurt? If I don't have the time to cook up my Spelt flakes, I generally go with a yoghurt at my desk and it seems to tide me over until lunch...

Good luck with your test!

Nursestacie

Toasted Multi-grain English muffin with 1/2 TBSP of peanut butter on each slice with sliced bananas on top. Keeps me full until lunch and its also my pre-race meal when I run any races.

1 healthy life multi-grain reduced sodium english muffin (sliced and toasted) 80 calories
1 medium banana (sliced) it only takes about half a banana but i eat the rest. 105 calories
1 TBSP honey peanut butter 95 calories

total=280 calories

calderst

You may want to "test-drive" whatever you decide on if it's not something you normally eat. That way you want have to worry about tummy troubles during your test either. Best of luck!

2dogzrule

I just made an awesome omelette for the first time and it was filling!

2 eggs
1/2 c mixed greens
3 Tbs chives
2 Tbs seasoned goat cheese
2 Tbs hommus (recipe called for pesto but this is healthier!)

zee1957

I take a protein shake from GNC I mix it with fat free milk very tasting and fills me up about 5 hours.

suzibrew

Have you tried steel cut oats? They are nuttier and more filling to me. You could also cook some eggwhites in the microwave and add to oatmeal for the protein, super low calorie option and filling. Or maybe add some peanut butter.

Sorry, I am nuts about oatmeal.

have a great weekend!
Susan

beesareyellow

I always make sure that breakfast is about 400 plus calories, this will keep you going well into lunch and should really help curb the need to graze. Protein and fiber are the base. Typically my breakfast consists of 1/3 cup porridge or oatmeal cooked in 6 to 8 oz of almond milk, 1 or 2 tablespoons of almond butter, 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 cup of blueberries, with 100 grams of Greek yogurt on top. I can go for at least 5 hours with no hunger on this. Hope this helps

emfoley2

I agree with the previous poster, definitely test drive any breakfast routine change before the big day - the last thing you want is indigestion.

Another option you might consider: low fat greek yogurt with fresh fruit and granola - includes protein, very filling, and in line with what you usually eat.

rebshu85

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lucycaz

Hi

I really struggle with Breakfast (well I used to) as I can't eat when I first get up and as soon as I hot work it just gets too busy, however about 6 weeks ago on the advice of my PT I started having a Protein shake for breakfast - I also usually swim before work so it has a double function.

I have discovered PHD Diet Whey.... Flavours are good and a 2 scope serving with water is 197cals

Now I have a different problem it keeps me full so long I am having to make myself eat lunch

Lucy

deborahmorris

All of these ideas are GREAT!!! Protein is the answer...I have a Kiwi, an egg with cheese, 1 slice whole wheat bread everyday...I was concerned about that but after research I found it's not bad for me....on weekends I do 2 eggs scrambled with cheese and turkey bacon...really keeps you full!!!

I do know that the steel cut oats are good also and very filling...

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allybtucker

I eat the breakfast Timothy Ferris recommends in 4 hour body, and I love it. Carb (ceral and oatmeal) type breakfasts never satisfied me, I always liked eggs and hashbrowns, breakfast sandwich, that kind of heavy calorific thing. So now I eat half a cup of egg beaters with a little salsa mixed in, half a cup of beans (he recomends lentils, I usually do kidney or lima) and half a cup of frozen spinach. Not only is it filling and lasting, I think there's a day and a half's worth of fiber in there! As long as they allow you bathroom breaks, you'll be fine!

GenerationD05

Every time I'd have a test that was for a few hours, like the SAT's or really early college exams, my mom always told me to have oatmeal. She said that it'd keep me full for at least four, which she was pretty right. Had it every time and I never once thought of food. Now, I make it with plain oats, a dash of cinnamon, a tbs of honey and a quarter cup of raisins. Even in general when I have it for breakfast now, it keeps me full for a while.

I also agree to try different foods suggested here until you find one that works best for you. One thing that works for someone else might not work for you at all haha.

healthyjen342

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brandiuntz

Great suggestions so far.

My breakfast is usually in the 300-450 calorie range and fills me into the afternoon (I don't eat lunch until 1pm-2pm at work). It consists of a piece of fruit, greek yogurt (2% fat), and 1oz of raw almonds.

Good amount of protein in it.

gonetothebeach

I find a bowl of mixed berries, yoghurt and 10-20g of mixed seeds fills me up loads for at least 4 hrs

Shalimarmandy

I have a very hard time eating first thing in the morning. Right now I am off work so I have been cooking breakfast (though it doesn't take long because I hate to cook) all in one pan. Now part of this may seem odd but as a kid my mom used to cook hot and egg for breakfast for me I have adapted it for healthier eating

1 cup Frozen Obrien Potatoes (complex carb) - 80 cal
1 fat free turkey hot dog (protien) - 40 cal
1 large egg scrambled (protien) - 70 cal
1 piece of fruit (Simple Carb) - varies

I spray the entire pan with a non-stick calories free spray. Put the potatoes in the pan. While that starts to cook take the hot dog and cut it in half and the slice the entire thing into half circle (you could do larger pieces but it takes longer). Put the hot dog on the opposite side of the pan to brown it some. Stir the potatoes often so they don't burn. When the potatoes and hot dog seem cooked, take the scrambled egg and pour it over the hot dog and stir until it is the way you like your scrambled eggs. Then eat with your fruit. The simple carb gets you started and the complex carb and protien keep you going..

This lasts me 4 or 5 hour at least unless I workout then I have to eat again...

Good luck on your test!