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HELP ME!!!!!!!!!
I am trying to find some quick and easy breakfast ideas that aren't full of sugar. Normally I have a Slim fast alternative (Costco brand) weight loss shake and a Sunrise Nutrition bar with Omega 3 as I run out the door for work. Well just these two things puts me over my sugar allowance for the whole day and I want some better alternatives that are quick and I can eat in my car on the way to work that aren't so full of sugar. I have exactly 3 minutes when I hit the kitchen til I have to walk out the door and that is just enough time to pour my shake in a to go cup and grab my bar and run!!!!
I am trying to find some quick and easy breakfast ideas that aren't full of sugar. Normally I have a Slim fast alternative (Costco brand) weight loss shake and a Sunrise Nutrition bar with Omega 3 as I run out the door for work. Well just these two things puts me over my sugar allowance for the whole day and I want some better alternatives that are quick and I can eat in my car on the way to work that aren't so full of sugar. I have exactly 3 minutes when I hit the kitchen til I have to walk out the door and that is just enough time to pour my shake in a to go cup and grab my bar and run!!!!
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3 oz costo beef jerkey, 9 almonds or 3 walnut halves and piece of fruit0
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I don't know about eating these in the car but...I LOVE morningstar farms breakfast patties - it's soy sausage. I put one in the micro for about 40 seconds and hold it in a paper towel and eat it while I'm getting ready for work. gives me a little bit of protein in the morning. I also frequently bring a packet of oatmeal with me to work and make it in a coffee cup. You can get low sugar instant oatmeal just about anywhere.0
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Someone on here said he will use egg beater in a micro container add veggies, alittle cheese and throw in the microwave and you have a quick yummy omlete!! You could prepare the night before!!!! I am going to try this out too!!!0
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What about mixing up your shake/ smoothie type thing. You could make up a big batch on the weekend and store it in the fridge to use each day.0
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You can try plain nonfat yogurt (normal or greek) with frozen or fresh fruit mixed in. Maybe even some type of cereal mixed in if you want crunch. I think that is car friendly if you have time to stop and take a spoonful before you go.
I do not wake up early enough to have breakfast at home so I always eat at my desk and have instant plain oatmeal with fruit or the yogurt I mentioned. Occasionally I will go for cold cereal but it never keeps me full.0 -
If you look closely at your post you'll see a large part of your problem is time management.HELP ME!!!!!!!!!
I am trying to find some quick and easy breakfast ideas that aren't full of sugar. Normally I have a Slim fast alternative (Costco brand) weight loss shake and a Sunrise Nutrition bar with Omega 3 as I run out the door for work. Well just these two things puts me over my sugar allowance for the whole day and I want some better alternatives that are quick and I can eat in my car on the way to work that aren't so full of sugar. I have exactly 3 minutes when I hit the kitchen til I have to walk out the door and that is just enough time to pour my shake in a to go cup and grab my bar and run!!!!
You have built up the bad habit of deciding its OK to woof down whatever food fits your schedule in the car. Grasp the concept that the car is NOT a breakfast nook.
Quit buying solutions out of a box (Slimfast type baloney) and learn to eat clean.
Get your butt out of bed 10 minutes early, make yourself some oatmeal, drop a handful of craisins in there and eat it. Now you've got a time released carb with a little natural sugar that's good for you. Good luck.0 -
If you look closely at your post you'll see a large part of your problem is time management.HELP ME!!!!!!!!!
I am trying to find some quick and easy breakfast ideas that aren't full of sugar. Normally I have a Slim fast alternative (Costco brand) weight loss shake and a Sunrise Nutrition bar with Omega 3 as I run out the door for work. Well just these two things puts me over my sugar allowance for the whole day and I want some better alternatives that are quick and I can eat in my car on the way to work that aren't so full of sugar. I have exactly 3 minutes when I hit the kitchen til I have to walk out the door and that is just enough time to pour my shake in a to go cup and grab my bar and run!!!!
You have built up the bad habit of deciding its OK to woof down whatever food fits your schedule in the car. Grasp the concept that the car is NOT a breakfast nook.
Quit buying solutions out of a box (Slimfast type baloney) and learn to eat clean.
Get your butt out of bed 10 minutes early, make yourself some oatmeal, drop a handful of craisins in there and eat it. Now you've got a time released carb with a little natural sugar that's good for you. Good luck.
first and foremost I know that I have time management issues. :laugh: However, I don't WOOF!!!!! down my food seeings as how my commute is 30 minutes!!!!! :mad: That is plenty of time to eat something on my way to work. I would rather "GET MY BUTT OUT OF BED" 10 minutes earlier and exercise than waste it in the kitchen trying to make breakfast. :drinker: So I am looking for some other alternatives to have that aren't loaded with artificial sweeteners.:mad: :mad:
Thanks for the new ideas and some of these sound like things that will work for me.
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In Cap letters at the top of your post is HELP ME!
I would rather "GET MY BUTT OUT OF BED" 10 minutes earlier and exercise than waste it in the kitchen trying to make breakfast. :drinker: So I am looking for some other alternatives to have that aren't loaded with artificial sweeteners.:mad: :mad:
If you look closely at your post you'll see a large part of your problem is time management.HELP ME!!!!!!!!!
I am trying to find some quick and easy breakfast ideas that aren't full of sugar. Normally I have a Slim fast alternative (Costco brand) weight loss shake and a Sunrise Nutrition bar with Omega 3 as I run out the door for work. Well just these two things puts me over my sugar allowance for the whole day and I want some better alternatives that are quick and I can eat in my car on the way to work that aren't so full of sugar. I have exactly 3 minutes when I hit the kitchen til I have to walk out the door and that is just enough time to pour my shake in a to go cup and grab my bar and run!!!!
You have built up the bad habit of deciding its OK to woof down whatever food fits your schedule in the car. Grasp the concept that the car is NOT a breakfast nook.
Quit buying solutions out of a box (Slimfast type baloney) and learn to eat clean.
Get your butt out of bed 10 minutes early, make yourself some oatmeal, drop a handful of craisins in there and eat it. Now you've got a time released carb with a little natural sugar that's good for you. Good luck.
Thanks for the new ideas and some of these sound like things that will work for me.
So I cut to the chase with some tough love. I'm not trying to be insulting you. But i'm not gonna bulls%$t you either.
I can tell by what you're eating in the morning that you're trying to do something good for yourself, but you want it quick and out of a box. It's the American way, and its why we have weight problems in this country. A chocolate or vanilla shake in the morning is just continuing a legacy of how not to eat. You have to get away from ready made processed food. You'd be better off eating a banana with 2 tspoons of raw unsweetened peanut butter.
When you say, "waste my time in the kitchen trying to make breakfast." I shake my head. The stove is Not a giant cigarette lighter and the kitchen is your best ally for weight loss. Applying 10 minutes to make a good breakfast is hardly a waste of time. Boiling water and adding oats barely qualifies as cooking.
Take a look here at Michi's ladder.
http://www.beachbody.com/category/michis_ladder.do
It's a 5 tier breakdown of food from very good Tier 1, to very bad Tier 5. If you eat stuff from the first 3 tiers you'll have a lot of success. You'll notice that there's not a lot of stuff out of the box.0 -
Preparation is key. Some suggestions:
The night before,
To satisfy sugar craving you might want to stash an apple in your bag the night before. Or place a handful of grapes in a sandwich bag in the fridge or even the freezer. Take it out in the morning as you head out the door.
Cut up celery and fill with peanut butter. Place in a small plastic container. Take out of fridge the next morning and you can munch on it while driving.
baby carrots and a cheese stick in a plastic bag. Place in the fridge. Munch during drive. You get the idea.0 -
I'm a breakfast loser. If I don't have a breakfast plan every single day I will end up eating potato chips and candy for breakfast. I always eat either Kashi or Special K with soy milk and a banana. I take it to work and eat at my desk most days. You can make your own breakfast bars, they're way lower in sugar because you can control what you put in them. Some weeks I make them, a batch lasts all week.0
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I didn't eat breakfast for 40 years. But my habits needed to be changed in order for me to lose weight. One of my changes was to start eating breakfast. For me, it's worth getting up 15 minutes earlier and making a filling meal, then taking the time to eat it. I used to gag at the thought of food, first thing in the morning. But I have done it anyway. For the last 8 months, I have never missed sitting down and eating breakfast.
Some suggestions:
Steel Cut Oats with a pinch of brown sugar + hard boiled egg (both can be made in advance).
Egg fried in pam with two slices of turkey bacon (microwave the bacon).
Naturally More peanut butter + naturally sweetened Marmelade on whole wheat toast.
Kashi Go Lean cereal with skim milk
Kashi Whole grain waffle, sugar free syrup and Morningstar sausage patty (toaster and microwave)0 -
Why not make stuff the night before? That way you control exactly what is in it, and you can have more variety! People have already made good suggestions, parfaits are easy and car friendly - Just don't put the granola in until you're ready to eat it. Make an egg casserole the night before and stick it in the fridge. The next morning pop it in the microwave when you get up, it'll be ready to go by the time you walk out the door.
Once a week skip the morning workout and have oatmeal or cereal with fruit, nuts and skim milk.
Make your own granola bars. Recipes can be found on the web.
Prepare healthy pancakes - You don't need syrup if you can find the right ones = ) You could also try crepes with fresh fruit - if you fold it right you can eat it in the car.
Bananas are great in the car.
Make smoothies the night before. Cook This, Not That has a nice 'smoothie chart'.
There are also some great breakfast muffin recipes out there. They can be made in large batches and frozen for added longevity. If you do this, you can make a few different types, then pick one in the morning and pop it in the microwave. Just make sure to look up proper freezing techniques so they don't get too dry. the G.I Diet Boot Camp book has some great recipes. They mostly rely on Splenda, but I hate sugar substitutes for the most part. I did the conversions for using real sugar or honey, which I find more satisfying. Just make sure to get an accurate calorie count.0 -
You got so many answers I couldn't tell if my favorite was among them I eat Allbran or Fibre one with fruit and milk for breakfast.
It sure is working. That sugar will sabotage your weightloss and insulin response so badly. I'm trying to limit sugar and flour.
But I think the fibre in my breakfast pretty much trumps any sugar in the two cereals I mentioned.0 -
You got so many answers I couldn't tell if my favorite was among them I eat Allbran or Fibre one with fruit and milk for breakfast.
It sure is working. That sugar will sabotage your weightloss and insulin response so badly. I'm trying to limit sugar and flour.
But I think the fibre in my breakfast pretty much trumps any sugar in the two cereals I mentioned.0 -
Try a lowfat plain yogurt with Kashi or other granola in it. I like cold and crunchy in the morning. Get a big tub of yogurt and a container of granola, then on your way out just mix a cup of each in a tupperware bowl and go. Add some fruit if you want, too.0
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You got so many answers I couldn't tell if my favorite was among them I eat Allbran or Fibre one with fruit and milk for breakfast.
It sure is working. That sugar will sabotage your weightloss and insulin response so badly. I'm trying to limit sugar and flour.
But I think the fibre in my breakfast pretty much trumps any sugar in the two cereals I mentioned.0 -
Rice cakes, cheese, cherry tomatoes and salad leaves.0
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HELP ME!!!!!!!!!
I am trying to find some quick and easy breakfast ideas that aren't full of sugar. Normally I have a Slim fast alternative (Costco brand) weight loss shake and a Sunrise Nutrition bar with Omega 3 as I run out the door for work. Well just these two things puts me over my sugar allowance for the whole day and I want some better alternatives that are quick and I can eat in my car on the way to work that aren't so full of sugar. I have exactly 3 minutes when I hit the kitchen til I have to walk out the door and that is just enough time to pour my shake in a to go cup and grab my bar and run!!!!
I don't worry about my sugar intake as long as it is not huge, sugary candy, if it is natural from my approved food list then I eat it. I have either oatmeal w/banana & 1/8 t vanilla or kashi cereal for breakfast. I am a creature of habit and I understand the rush.. eat breakfast as you do your make up or hair. other options that are fairly quick and you can take on the road is a breakfast burrito with egg beaters, turkey sausage 2 T cheese & salsa and carb balance tortillas.
Know it is hard when you balance work and making the choice to eat healthy.. Remember just put yourself FIRST... take time for you and eating healthy is for you...
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If you like the ease of the shakes, why not make your own in the morning, then pour it in a travel mug to go?
8 oz OJ, 1 container of yogurt, whatever fruit you like...
8 oz milk, protein powder and out the door, or add fruit or peanut butter or whatever....
Only takes a few seconds to blend. The long part is getting the blender clean when you get home from work
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If you like the ease of the shakes, why not make your own in the morning, then pour it in a travel mug to go?
8 oz OJ, 1 container of yogurt, whatever fruit you like...
8 oz milk, protein powder and out the door, or add fruit or peanut butter or whatever....
Only takes a few seconds to blend. The long part is getting the blender clean when you get home from work
quick fix for the blender.. rinse good and put about a cup of water in it and a LITTLE squirt of soap and back on the stand.. blend it a couple of times and good to go.. all clean!0 -
I didnt read all the posts, BUT , I cook my steel cut oatmeal on Sunday AM for the week. then each AM I heat up 1/2 cup of cooked oatmeal , add a bit of water, ( I do this while making me son's lunch, My lunch, and my snacks) I throw in some stevia , cinnamon, sometimes a banana, and eat while still making these lunches. I spend about 20 mins in the kitchen in the am, not bad for , My breakfast, My two snacks, MY lunch, My sons lunch. that is 5 mins a meal, I think that is do able.
I am the first to agree with you about time management, no matter how early I wake up, I always seem to be running late, but I know what time I have to be in the kitchen by to get all this done.
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Sugar hasn't really been a problem for me. However, sodium is a killer for me. I can't find a way to beat it.
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This is a South Beach Diet recipe. Low carb and sugar. You can make a batch and freeze them. In the morning, pop 2 in the micro and eat on the go. You can add all different kinds of veggies, mix it up and create your own recipe once you get the hang of making them.
Vegetable Quiche Cups
Need: Foil baking cups, muffin tin, cooking spray, oven
Ingredients:
3/4 cup liquid egg substitute - I used Nulaid ReddiEgg real egg product which is produced with egg whites and is pasteurized so there is no salmonella risk. It is cholesterol and fat free. You could also use 3 large whole eggs or 3/4 cup egg whites.
1 package frozen chopped spinach (10 oz.)
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese - any kind of your choice. I used some cheddar and some mozzerella.
1/4 cup diced red or green peppers or mixture of both
1/4 cup diced onions
A couple shots of Tabasco or other hot pepper sauce, if desired, to taste.
Salt to taste - with the cheese, these don't need much added salt, but I like things salty and so I added a half teaspoon of salt.
Heat oven to 350F
Line 12 cup muffin pan with foil baking cups, spray the cups with the cooking spray.
Thaw and drain spinach - I wring it out well in my hand.
Mix the spinach, egg substitute, cheese, peppers, onions, hot pepper sauce, salt in a bowl.
Fill the foil cups with the mixture.
Bake at 350F or 20 minutes, testing so that a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Remove from cups to serve.
Nutrition:
77 calories
5 grams fat - which includes 2 g. saturated, 3 g mono
10 mg cholesterol
3 grams carbohydrate
9 grams protein
2 grams fiber
160 mg sodium0 -
This is a South Beach Diet recipe. Low carb and sugar. You can make a batch and freeze them. In the morning, pop 2 in the micro and eat on the go. You can add all different kinds of veggies, mix it up and create your own recipe once you get the hang of making them.
Vegetable Quiche Cups
Need: Foil baking cups, muffin tin, cooking spray, oven
Ingredients:
3/4 cup liquid egg substitute - I used Nulaid ReddiEgg real egg product which is produced with egg whites and is pasteurized so there is no salmonella risk. It is cholesterol and fat free. You could also use 3 large whole eggs or 3/4 cup egg whites.
1 package frozen chopped spinach (10 oz.)
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese - any kind of your choice. I used some cheddar and some mozzerella.
1/4 cup diced red or green peppers or mixture of both
1/4 cup diced onions
A couple shots of Tabasco or other hot pepper sauce, if desired, to taste.
Salt to taste - with the cheese, these don't need much added salt, but I like things salty and so I added a half teaspoon of salt.
Heat oven to 350F
Line 12 cup muffin pan with foil baking cups, spray the cups with the cooking spray.
Thaw and drain spinach - I wring it out well in my hand.
Mix the spinach, egg substitute, cheese, peppers, onions, hot pepper sauce, salt in a bowl.
Fill the foil cups with the mixture.
Bake at 350F or 20 minutes, testing so that a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Remove from cups to serve.
Nutrition:
77 calories
5 grams fat - which includes 2 g. saturated, 3 g mono
10 mg cholesterol
3 grams carbohydrate
9 grams protein
2 grams fiber
160 mg sodium
Thanks WannbeaCullen!!!!! I will try this and see how it works for me. I like quiche so I don't think it will be hard to eat it and i can just pop it in the micro while I put my shoes on...0 -
Blend a tub of vanilla yogurt with half a cup of canned pumpkin till it's smooth and put it in a travel mug. If you're as lazy about dishes as I am, use a stick blender and mix it IN your travel mug so you don't have to dirty your blender. If it's too thick add a little water.
You can add cinnamon and or nutmeg - lots other spices what ever you like! GREAT taste and if you use low sugar yogurt you'll be way below your sugar allowance for the day!
You can do this the night before too 0 -
This is a South Beach Diet recipe. Low carb and sugar. You can make a batch and freeze them. In the morning, pop 2 in the micro and eat on the go. You can add all different kinds of veggies, mix it up and create your own recipe once you get the hang of making them.
Vegetable Quiche Cups
Need: Foil baking cups, muffin tin, cooking spray, oven
Ingredients:
3/4 cup liquid egg substitute - I used Nulaid ReddiEgg real egg product which is produced with egg whites and is pasteurized so there is no salmonella risk. It is cholesterol and fat free. You could also use 3 large whole eggs or 3/4 cup egg whites.
1 package frozen chopped spinach (10 oz.)
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese - any kind of your choice. I used some cheddar and some mozzerella.
1/4 cup diced red or green peppers or mixture of both
1/4 cup diced onions
A couple shots of Tabasco or other hot pepper sauce, if desired, to taste.
Salt to taste - with the cheese, these don't need much added salt, but I like things salty and so I added a half teaspoon of salt.
Heat oven to 350F
Line 12 cup muffin pan with foil baking cups, spray the cups with the cooking spray.
Thaw and drain spinach - I wring it out well in my hand.
Mix the spinach, egg substitute, cheese, peppers, onions, hot pepper sauce, salt in a bowl.
Fill the foil cups with the mixture.
Bake at 350F or 20 minutes, testing so that a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Remove from cups to serve.
Nutrition:
77 calories
5 grams fat - which includes 2 g. saturated, 3 g mono
10 mg cholesterol
3 grams carbohydrate
9 grams protein
2 grams fiber
160 mg sodium
These sound so good! Is the nutrition info for 2 or is it 77 calories for 1 quiche?0 -
Okay...Its been my experience that a lot of the weight loss/getting into shape/liking who you are is about changing habits. I was very set in mine and didn't want to change. Subsequently, its taken 6 years to lose 39.6 pounds.
Yep, it sounds like you have time management issues. But I don't live your life, you do. Take a look at your overall schedule and be realistic with yourself. Write down what your goals are and what individual steps you need to take to achieve those goals. This is a very powerful experience...don't skip it!
My goals were to be a healthier, happier me and to create an environment that was peaceful and health for my kids.
My steps were:
-I had to start getting up 15 min earlier every morning so I could make my kids a healthier breakfast. I eat (Oatmeal with Splenda) when I get to work but realized I was filling them with sugar and rushing them out the door frantically every morning so I could sleep 15 min!
-I worked with my boss to change the hours I work so I could be home more with my kids but still work 40 hours and be at the office when I'm needed. This "change" took two years of negotiation!
-Exercise everyday for me and the kids.
-Healthy, low sugar, limited refined food for me and the kids. This means meal planning and shopping ahead of time...way ahead!
-Working on my relationship with God so that I stay on the track He wants me on.
So, evaluate whats the MOST important to you and then make it happen. There were enough great breakfast ideas on here to try a different one every day or every week until you find the right one for you.
You can do anything you set your mind to....but remember we set our minds on the wrong things all too often.
Good luck!0 -
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These sound so good! Is the nutrition info for 2 or is it 77 calories for 1 quiche?
Its 77 cals for two!0
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