Breakfast IS important…

Written By Stephanie Fernandez

We've all heard the line, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" and it truly is, but maybe with a different perspective than you think.

It's not so much about how much you eat that makes it important, it is about the first items of food you choose to introduce to your body.

When we sleep during the night, we are allowing our body to fast (hopefully!) and allow our natural digestion to process the day's leftovers as well as heal. When we wake each morning, we are starting fresh and setting the tone that will be the day ahead with each choice of nutrition.


For me, I like to think that breakfast is when I am able to make the most conscious choice, typically at home, and with more focus on hydration (see last weeks post for green juice). Choosing foods that have life, taste delicious, and will provide the energy I require to coast through my day - that's my breakfast requirement.


Here is one recipe, full of flavor with many personal adjustments, pretty easy, and loved by all my family:

Chia Seed Parfait

Main Ingredients:

  • 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds

  • 2 Cups Unsweet Almond or Coconut Milk

  • 1-2 Tablespoons of Pure Maple Syrup

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon

Directions: Stir together all above ingredients, wait a few minutes, stir again. Chill for a minimum 3 hours to overnight


Tasty Add ins:

  • Fresh Raw Berries

  • Sliced Bananas

  • Seasonal Fruits

  • Chopped Raw Nuts

  • Shredded Coconut

Stephanie Fernandez
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