7 Protein Breakfast Ideas for Weight Loss (Quick and Filling)

If you are trying to lose weight, breakfast is one of the easiest meals to get right, and one of the easiest to get wrong. A bagel, a muffin or a bowl of sugary cereal can leave you hungry again by 10 a.m. A breakfast built around protein tends to keep you full longer and makes the rest of the day easier to manage.

Why a protein breakfast helps

Protein is more filling than refined carbohydrates, and starting the day with a good portion makes it easier to reach your daily target without a big dinner. It also helps you avoid mid-morning snacking on whatever is in the office kitchen.

7 protein breakfast ideas

1. Protein pancakes. Pancakes do not have to be a weekend treat. Our Blueberry Protein Pancakes and Chocolate Chip Protein Pancakes are made with 15 g of protein per serving, and they are quick to prepare.
2. Protein oatmeal. A warm bowl on a cold morning, with flavours like apple cinnamon and maple brown sugar, in our breakfast range.
3. Protein cereal. For mornings when you want to pour and go. Our Protidiet chocolate protein cereal has 14 g of protein and 3 g of sugar per serving.
4. Eggs your way. Scrambled, poached or in an omelette with vegetables. Add a piece of fruit and you have a complete plate.
5. Plain Greek yogurt with berries. Choose plain yogurt and add your own fruit and a few nuts.
6. Cottage cheese with fruit. Simple, high in protein and ready in a minute.
7. A protein drink on the go. If you really have no time, a protein drink is better than skipping breakfast and ending up at the drive-through.

Make mornings easier

• Prepare the night before. Set out the bowl, the pan or the mix.
• Keep two or three go-to breakfasts. Variety is nice, but repetition removes decisions.
• Add fibre. Berries, chia or a handful of vegetables in an omelette round out the meal.
• Watch the toppings. Syrup, jam and sugary add-ons can erase the benefit.

This article is general information and not personal medical advice. If you have a medical condition, food allergy or take medication, check with your doctor or dietitian first.

Start tomorrow with a better breakfast

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