Thinking about the American Breakfast

Set the best tone you can for the day

Every day, we’re surrounded by sugar, and while I try to limit it in my life, breakfast is one meal where I’m especially mindful to avoid it. Many traditional “grab-and-go” options—like muffins and sugary baked goods—are often high in sugar and never keep me full. They can lead to energy crashes, weight gain, or even stomach sensitivity over time.

That said, I understand that sometimes these options are what’s available, and we all make do. In those moments, we pick what we like, and think is best.

In our home environment with time, we all have a chance to make different choices. Vegetables, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are the core of breakfast for Phil and me. As I mentioned in a previous post, we cook a few vegetables ahead of time and store them in glass jars in the refrigerator. This makes it much easier than trying to cook them in the morning. They’re simply easier to grab when they’re pre-made.

The Fischer Kitchen spin on breakfast can include the traditional spread of eggs, toast, pancakes, cereal, or yogurt, but with a vegetable added to the meal. Vegetables with eggs, salmon, or even leftover chicken work for us. Toast or a bagel usually gets topped with peanut butter or avocado for a dose of healthy fat.

This approach suits us in the Fischer Kitchen, but I appreciate that everyone has their view, and health issues can dictate meals, including breakfast.

I think the key is for us to give extra thought to what we eat first thing in the morning. We all have a sense of what’s best for us. After all, breakfast can set the tone for the day.

Taking some time to make something nutritious can impact how you feel. So, whatever you decide on for breakfast, I hope it is a delicious energy booster!