Kicking off a new year with a resolution to be healthier and to eat more balanced meals is a goal shared by millions of people. But all too often, we make overambitious commitments that are hard to fulfill and easy to drop when day-to-day life takes over after the rush of the holidays.<\/p>\n
Registered dietitian Sue Mah recommends opting for sensible and sustainable changes to your eating habits.<\/p>\n
\u201cSet yourself up for success by focusing on small, realistic changes that will add up to big benefits over time,\u201d she suggests.<\/p>\n
Here are some easy breakfast tips and tricks to start the day on a strong note and keep you on track for a new you in the new year:<\/p>\n
Think protein at breakfast. Protein helps you feel full for longer. Have a bowl of hot oatmeal made with milk or a fortified soy beverage. Sprinkle on some nuts, seeds and hemp hearts for added protein power. Then, team it all up with a glass of orange juice \u2013 the vitamin C boosts iron absorption from the oatmeal.<\/p>\n
Get enough greens. Why wait until lunch and dinner to eat your veggies? Throw a handful of spinach or diced peppers in a quick breakfast omelette that\u2019s delicious and packed with vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n
Make it and take it. If your mornings are rushed, try a fruit smoothie made with Greek yogurt, fruit and OJ. Make it the night before so that it\u2019s grab-and-go. Even a small breakfast is better than no breakfast.<\/p>\n