A healthy breakfast is one of the keys to a great body, good health and energy for the rest of the day. But what most people don’t understand is that you don’t have to eat breakfast first thing in the morning. Here’s a simple and healthy breakfast recipe that you can make ahead of time and enjoy mid- or late-morning as part of a ‘meal swap’ fitness/weight loss plan.

While muscle junkies reading this article will scream in fear of not getting enough protein, I’ll calmly point out that since I cut my protein intake in half a few years ago (it was too high), I haven’t lost a single one. ounce of muscle, but I look better and feel so much better.

BREAKFAST TIME: 11am

Yes, some people may say “Oh, it’s too late for breakfast!” – but if you’re already familiar with the ‘food swap’ tactic, then you know how it works. If not, here’s a quick rundown:

Instead of eating first thing in the morning, wait until mid-morning to get your first meal. Naturally, all your meals are postponed/delayed by a few hours, giving you fewer opportunities to overeat and consume unnecessary calories.

Here is the prescription:

– 1/3 cup whole oats – cooked over low heat (stove) for 10 minutes in…
– 3/4 cup of water

…When it’s cooked, place it on top of…

– 1/2 small/medium banana
– 1 tablespoon dried berry mix (I used Newman’s Own Organic)
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1 heaping tablespoon ground flaxseeds (organic) (this is vital for my daily nutrition)
– 1 hefty pinch of stevia extract powder (for an all-natural, calorie-free sweetness)

stir it…

Add a little water to adjust the consistency to your preference…

Enjoy!

I eat this about five times a week.

If scheduling this type of breakfast for you is a challenge, try this…

On Sunday, follow the same recipe as above. Just multiply it by 5. When done, divide it into 5 storage containers and put them in the fridge.

Now you have one for each day of the week.

Done!

There are no excuses!