It’s been said over and over but it’s true that breakfast is the most important daily meal – it refuels you for the rest of your day. If you skip breakfast, or eat a lousy one, you’re setting yourself up to have less energy. Triathlon training (or not), we’re sipping away on these two healthy, delicious and quick eat-slim choices this summer.
Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie
This is a great choice for refueling after a workout; it provides a healthy dose of protein to boot. Smoothies that contain milk or yogurt provide calcium as well.
10 oz. skim milk
1 heaping Tbls. natural peanut butter [1] (we prefer chunky here for texture)
1 banana
In a blender, combine all ingredients and mix until smooth. Use 6 ice cubes, or use frozen bananas [2], for a thicker consistency.
Or try a:
Mango Lassi [3]
Mangoes (berries, melons, beets, carrots, and other colorful produce) are packed with vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and fiber and count toward your daily fruit and vegetable intake – anywhere from two to five servings, depending on the drink size.