03/13/2026
Breakfast Matters 🍳
Breakfast is a MUST, especially if you struggle with insulin resistance. When your body is in “fat-storage mode,” skipping breakfast or fasting may not be the best approach. (How do you know you have insulin resistance? Most Americans do.... ask for the blood test. If your A1C is 5.5%, you have it. If your fasting glucose is 90+, you have it.... saved you some time & money!)
Think about it this way: would you drive your car to work on an empty tank and expect to get there? Probably not. Your body works the same way. Start your day by fueling your body with a protein focused breakfast.
Many traditional breakfast foods are very carb-heavy, stop the cereal, oatmeal, toast, pancakes, waffles, pastries, and similar options break down quickly in the body. That’s why you may feel hungry again by 10 AM. Protein takes longer to digest, helping you stay full and energized longer.
I’m not someone who eats the same thing every day, but these are my three go to breakfasts. Since mornings are busy, weekend prep is key!
🥚🥑Boiled Eggs & Avocado
Boiled eggs are easy to prepare ahead of time and grab on the way out the door. They’re packed with protein and nutrients. Pairing them with avocado adds healthy fats that help keep you full between meals.
🍓Zero-Sugar Yogurt Bowl
Live & Active cultured yogurt with zero sugar, topped with a strawberry and pecans, makes a quick breakfast. I like to pair it with a boiled egg and bacon (which I cook on the weekend for easy reheating during the week).
🥤Protein Shake & Almonds
When I’m really in a rush, an OWYN protein shake (stevia / no sugar) with a handful of almonds does the trick and keeps me full until lunchtime. A handful of almonds is equivalent to a steak in protein!
🍵 Green Tea
Green tea is another favorite. It provides natural caffeine, is less dehydrating than coffee, and has anti-inflammatory properties that help support overall health.
-Amie Guevara, FMNC
