Many say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but did you also know it may help keep your heart in good health? Harvard Health explains how eating a breakfast full of whole grains can reduce your risk for having a heart attack, stroke, type 2 diabetes and heart failure. With that in mind, here are six heart-healthy breakfast options for you to try at home!
- High-fiber, Whole-grain Cereal with Sliced Fruit
Prepare the cereal then add sliced banana, strawberries, or any fruit of your choice. - Oatmeal Topped with Fruit and Nuts
Prepare oatmeal and add your choice of fruit and nuts. You can use blueberries with walnuts, strawberries with almonds, or anything combination you can think of! - Banana and Date Smoothie
In a blender, add a ripe banana, dried dates, and your choice of milk. For added taste, put in a spoon of peanut butter. - Sweet Potato with Greek Yogurt, Apples, and Maple Syrup
Cook the sweet potato in the oven or if you are in a rush, pop it in the microwave until tender. Cut up the sweet potato and add Greek yogurt, apples and maple syrup to the top. - Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Quinoa Bowl
Prepare quinoa and top it with bacon pieces, your choice of lettuce, and cherry tomatoes. You can add an avocado for healthy fats and added flavor. - Whole Wheat Banana and Oatmeal Pancakes
Prepare the whole wheat pancakes either by using a mix, or if you have time, try making them from scratch! Combine the pancake batter with sliced banana and a ½ cup of old-fashioned oats mixed in.
Dr. Barbara Edwards, Princeton internist practices at Penn Medicine Princeton Health in the Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center and also serves as Medical Director of the Bristol-Myers Squibb Community Health Center.