Banting Breakfast Ideas
This typical Banting breakfast gives you a wholesome tasty meal that will keep you feeling full & energised for ages.
So when it comes to healthy Banting breakfast ideas this one is packed with protein, healthy fats, essential fatty acids, and all the vitamins & minerals that you need.
Not only is this Banting breakfast also Paleo-friendly, nutrient-dense, low-carb & gluten-free, but it’s easy to eat and satisfying.
Remember, if you’re thinking of gluten-free oats as one of the healthy Banting breakfast ideas, be careful as they are not a low-carb option.
Many have seen huge weight loss on the Banting diet, but it’s important to only choose Banting foods from this green food list.
Furthermore, a good Banting breakfast cereal option, isn’t oats, regular muffins, or corn flakes, but this Banting Muesli (Granola) recipe.
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Nutritional Value Of This Banting Breakfast?
a. Poached or Fried Eggs (x2)
Eggs are an essential part of this power breakfast & will keep you feeling full & satisfied for ages. They are also seen as a super food that provides many health benefits as listed below;
- Each egg contains roughly 7g of protein as well as healthy fat & nutrients in the yolk.
- Eggs can balance the nutrient intake in the body, lower “bad” cholesterol levels, increase cognitive function, protect the heart, prevent eye disease, detoxify the body, prevent certain cancers, help you lose weight as well as contribute to proper growth & development.
b. Salmon
Salmon is full of essential amino & Omega-3 fatty acids & provides many more health benefits as below;
- A serving of salmon could provide at least 2 grams of Omega-3 fats which is half of the recommended daily amount based upon the Recommended Dietary Intakes (RDI) for Omega-6 and Omega-3 Fatty Acids sponsored by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Salmon is a great source of vitamins, proteins & other essential minerals
- For diabetics or people struggling with their weight, insulin levels are managed better by the combination of the omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D & selenium found in the salmon. This helps facilitate proper absorption of sugar and thereby reduces blood sugar levels.
- Other health benefits of eating salmon include improved cardiovascular health, correct muscle & tissue development, boosted eye health & more efficient body metabolism.
c. Avocado
The sliced avocado part of this power breakfast will provide you with a healthy dose of monounsaturated fats, nutrients & vitamins that will keep your energy levels topped up as well as many other health benefits listed below;
- Both carotenoids & monounsaturated fat in avocados help significantly to reduce cancer. Also Glutathione, in Avos, is a powerful antioxidant that protects the cells from cancer and the dangerous effects of free radicals.
- Avos are low in sugar content & but high in dietary fibre (a single serving can provide you with 40% of your daily requirement) which aids digestion.
- Avocados are not only rich in potassium, but the ratio of potassium to sodium is so well balanced which plays a vital role in your overall health.
- Avocados contain a unique combination of healthy organic compounds like phytosterols, carotenoids, flavonoids,
- Avos also lower cholesterol & triglyceride Levels.
- Avocados are rich in vitamins, minerals & nutrients such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, copper, manganese, phosphorus & zinc.
- As well as vitamin C, B6, B-12, A, D, K, E, thiamin, riboflavin & niacin.
d. Toast
Toast with your breakfast is an optional extra but you may indulge in a slice of toast, made from low-carb Banting bread, if you’re really hungry
e. Bacon
If you are still feeling hungry & feel like some bacon, don’t hold back.
If you’re worried about bacon being bad for you, or your cholesterol, read here why bacon is good for you.
References:
- https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-avocado.html
- https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/animal-product/health-benefits-of-salmon.html
Don’t forget, eating a decent breakfast with content high in fat & protein will keep you feeling full & satisfied for longer.
This is also good news for those trying to lose weight & keep healthy as you may not even feel like eating again until supper time after having this Banting power breakfast – and no hunger cravings either.
Lastly…
Remember, piling on the bacon & sparing the traditional breakfast cereal is the healthiest option for you.
The more healthy fats and the less sugar you include in your Banting breakfast the longer your body’s energy will last without starting to feel hungry.
PS. Want More Low-carb Recipe Ideas For Breakfast?
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The Banting Breakfast information was very informative and helpful.
Thank you.
Thank you so much for your comment Lynette, appreciate it
very good for starters with banting
i like that want more
Try this Banting muesli Michelle, I’m sure you’ll love it…
=> https://paleopower.co.za/banting-muesli-recipe/