Ideas for Breakfast on the Go

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I have a serious a.m. bagel habit and I know I'm just setting myself up for carb cravings later in the day.  I printed this article from CookingLight.com and posted it on the fridge to give me some inspiration.  They also have a wholegrain muffin recipe that I'm going to try since oatmeal/apples/walnuts are a great combo for lowering LDL cholesterol.   I'll post that recipe if it turns out OK with my substitutions. 12 Smart Ideas for Breakfast On the Go

BY: Text by Nicci Micco

Set yourself up for healthy-breakfast success by stocking your shelves with items you can grab and go. 1. Single-serving bowls of whole-grain cereal are packed with vitamins and minerals. 2. Pair string cheese with whole wheat crackers. 3. Hard-boil several eggs to have on hand for busy mornings. 4. Small cartons of low-fat yogurt are a good combination of carbohydrates and protein. 5. Whole-grain English muffins can serve as a base for a breakfast sandwich. Spread on peanut butter, a source of satisfying protein and heart-healthy fats. 6. Make breakfast wraps with whole wheat tortillas; roll in lean protein, such as turkey and low-fat cheese, scrambled eggs with diced peppers and onions, or peanut butter and bananas. 7. Keep low-fat cheese slices on hand for breakfast sandwiches. 8. Single-serving cartons of low-fat, low-sodium cottage cheese are a good source of protein; stir in berries or fruit for fiber. 9. Top whole wheat toaster waffles with a tablespoon of peanut butter and/or fruit preserves. 10. Try soy or lean turkey sausage patties (you can eat them alone or put them in a breakfast wrap or sandwich). 11. Stir a tablespoon or two of fruit preserves or chopped dried fruit into plain instant oatmeal to add a touch of sweetness. 12. For protein, add a tablespoon or two of nuts to your yogurt or oatmeal. Stir frozen berries into oatmeal or yogurt to boost the vitamin content.