Hi everyone! I've decided to make a post all about how to make it easier to get up and go in the morning (who doesn't hate Mondays???). Please post a comment! I love hearing what you think.
Breakfast
Everyone's heard that breakfast's the most important meal of the day somewhere or another, but groggy mornings can make it easy to give into the Fruit Loop temptation. I went on a quick little search for a healthy, nut-free breakfast smoothie. Click here for a nut-free Spiced Pumpkin Smoothie from RealSimple.com.
Experts think the following make the healthiest breakfast:
Also good for you;
Coffee! Registered dietitian and author of The Flexitarian Diet, Dawn Jackson Blatner recommends around 16 ounces of coffee a day to decrease the risk of diabetes and dementia. Studies have also found that coffee-drinkers may be less depressed, have a decreased risk of cancer, and a smaller chance of a stroke.
Almonds and Cranberries Eating foods rich in omega-3s like almonds can decrease muscle soreness and risk of injury. Cranberries are loaded with antioxidants, which counteract oxidant stress that happens during an intense workout.
Chocolate A recent study found that eating dessert in the morning can help dieters lose weight.
The Miracle Hairbrush
Lots of tangles? Don't worry! The miracle hairbrush is on the way! I got a WetbrushPro (WetBrushes work great, too) for Christmas and it was wonderful! My hair was nice and smooth all day, and the hairbrush just glided through my hair. For the first time in forever, I actually WANTED to brush my hair!
Sleep No Snooze
Do you ever feel like hitting the snooze button on your alarm is the only thing that's getting you through the day? Actually, it's probably the thing that's wearing you down. You're just getting a couple of minutes that are NOT deep sleep, and are NOT helpful. If you know that you're probably going to have about 10 minutes of snooze-button sleep, just set your alarm 10 minutes later and you'll LOVE the difference.
Who Turned Off The Lights?
As soon as you wake up in the morning, turn on a light or open a window. It helps you wake up, and if you're by sunlight, it'll makes you feel even happier.
Clothes
I'm not going to tell you if you need to wear your gold or silver bracelet to that job interview on Tuesday. I am going to tell you that before you crash tonight, it might be a good idea to lay out your clothes. It'll take away some of the stress in the morning.
Experts think the following make the healthiest breakfast:
- Veggie Omelet with Berries
- Sprouted Grain Toast with Almond Butter (if you are a beginner, or just someone with no clue what Sprouted Grain Toast is, try just your regular toast)
- Fresh Fruit and a Glass of Milk
- Greek Yogurt, Walnut and Banana Blend
- Fruit and Veggie Smoothie
- Oatmeal with Cottage Cheese
Also good for you;
Coffee! Registered dietitian and author of The Flexitarian Diet, Dawn Jackson Blatner recommends around 16 ounces of coffee a day to decrease the risk of diabetes and dementia. Studies have also found that coffee-drinkers may be less depressed, have a decreased risk of cancer, and a smaller chance of a stroke.
Almonds and Cranberries Eating foods rich in omega-3s like almonds can decrease muscle soreness and risk of injury. Cranberries are loaded with antioxidants, which counteract oxidant stress that happens during an intense workout.
Chocolate A recent study found that eating dessert in the morning can help dieters lose weight.
The Miracle Hairbrush
Lots of tangles? Don't worry! The miracle hairbrush is on the way! I got a WetbrushPro (WetBrushes work great, too) for Christmas and it was wonderful! My hair was nice and smooth all day, and the hairbrush just glided through my hair. For the first time in forever, I actually WANTED to brush my hair!
Sleep No Snooze
Do you ever feel like hitting the snooze button on your alarm is the only thing that's getting you through the day? Actually, it's probably the thing that's wearing you down. You're just getting a couple of minutes that are NOT deep sleep, and are NOT helpful. If you know that you're probably going to have about 10 minutes of snooze-button sleep, just set your alarm 10 minutes later and you'll LOVE the difference.
Who Turned Off The Lights?
As soon as you wake up in the morning, turn on a light or open a window. It helps you wake up, and if you're by sunlight, it'll makes you feel even happier.
Clothes
I'm not going to tell you if you need to wear your gold or silver bracelet to that job interview on Tuesday. I am going to tell you that before you crash tonight, it might be a good idea to lay out your clothes. It'll take away some of the stress in the morning.
I hope you had a great time reading these helpful hints and that you got something from this. Thank you for reading!
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