How to Eliminate Processed Sugar From Your Morning Routine

How to Eliminate Processed Sugar From Your Morning Routine

If you consider yourself a healthy eater, then chances are your meals are full of a variety of fruits, veggies, lean proteins and whole grains. And while you may do your best to keep your sugar tooth satisfied, if processed foods are a part of your morning routine, you are likely consuming processed sugars. If you're searching for a healthier alternative to your favorite sugary foods, we're here to help. At Bob's Red Mill, we believe that moderation is key when following a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle. Now, we're not asking you to give up sweets altogether. Instead, we'd like to introduce you to ways to enjoy a delicious morning treat while working towards eliminating process sugars from your routine. Continue reading to discover our favorite tips and tricks on how to enjoy your mornings sans sugar.

Opt for a Savory Breakfast

How to Eliminate Processed Sugar From Your Morning Routine | Bob's Red Mill Blog The best way to eliminate processed sugars from your morning meal? Opt for something savory instead! Breakfast doesn't have to be a sweet treat. In fact, some of the most popular breakfast dishes don't include sweets at all: think Eggs Benedict and spinach frittatas. By indulging in a savory, wholesome breakfast, you'll avoid processed sugars and feel entirely satisfied after your meal. Looking for a sugar free breakfast to try? Start by making this Savory Spring Porridge. Featuring a beautiful plate of fresh greens and organic farro, this whole foods recipe is one that will keep you feeling full for hours on end. The perfect dish to wake up with, it's a plate full of energy that's both satisfying and delicious. Made in under an hour, this meal is so good you'll forget all about your sweet tooth.

Use a Natural Sweetener

Ditch the processed sugars and opt for natural sweeteners instead. Sweeteners like honey, blackstrap molasses and Stevia are all-natural sweeteners that can be used in a variety of meals. Using a natural sweetener is a great way to ensure that your meals are made of only wholesome and healthy ingredients. Though many natural sweeteners like agave syrup and coconut sugar still contain sugar, it is a much less processed form of it and is free from added chemicals. Some natural sweeteners like honey, even offer up added health benefits. Loaded with antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, honey can help fight off infections, relieve seasonal allergies and also promote better sleep. For a wholesome alternative sweetener, sub in our Organic Coconut Sugar. Made from the nectar of coconut palm tree blossoms, it has a mellow caramel flavor that works well in cookies, cakes and quick breads. For a satisfyingly sweet breakfast, top a hearty bowl of oats with a spoonful of coconut sugar.

Mix in Coconut Cream

How to Eliminate Processed Sugar From Your Morning Routine | Bob's Red Mill Blog Ditch the table sugar altogether and use coconut cream as a sweetener instead. Made by boiling coconut flesh with water, coconut cream is prepared the same way as coconut milk, yet has a much thicker consistency. Adding coconut cream to baked goods, smoothie recipes, and even your morning coffee is a tasty way to sweeten up the recipe while also introducing rich and exotic flavors. Plus, because coconut cream is low in carbs and sugar and rich in healthy fats, it is the ideal sweetener to use when following a ketogenic diet. Additionally, coconut cream's rich flavor and high-fat content can help you stay fuller for longer. Remember, the more you enjoy the food you're eating, the more satisfied you'll feel. For a delicious, naturally sweet dessert, whip up a plate full of these Coconut Cream Mini Cakes. Perfectly sized morsels of coconutty goodness, they're the perfect addition to any dessert table. Soft, moist and overflowing with sweet coconut flavor, it's hard to have just one of these desserts. Because these cakes are small in size, they make the perfect home-baked gift. Pass them around after dinner at your next family gathering or drop off a batch for the new neighbor who moved down the street. Whoever you hand this tasty dessert to, it is sure to make a lasting impression.

Prep the Night Before

If your mornings are busy and you find yourself reaching for sugar-filled breakfast items as a quick, last-minute resort, it may be time to start prepping your meals the night before. Whether you choose to prepare an entire dish, or just lay out the ingredients you know will be used, prepping your meals beforehand is a simple way to ensure that you stick to your healthy diet. By preparing healthy breakfast items to eat the next morning, you'll be more inclined to follow through on eating a healthy breakfast. Additionally, making your breakfast when you have adequate time to do so will also allow you to make more thought-out meals full of flavor and nutrition. So, how do you prep your meals beforehand? If you're making a bowl of oatmeal, try setting the oats on the counter next to the ingredients you'd like to mix in. Or, for a quick grab and go breakfast, make a delicious recipe like this Blueberry Cobbler Chia Seed Pudding. Many different healthy overnight recipes can transform your morning routine into one that is full of nutrition and flavor. Not sure where to start? This Banana Almond Overnight Oat Quinoa Chia Seed Recipe is one that you're bound to love! Made with naturally sweet ingredients like bananas and almond milk, the sweetness of this breakfast is taken up a notch by the addition of honey. Prep it the night beforehand to grab in the morning on your way out the door.

Stock Your Pantry with Healthy Foods

How to Eliminate Processed Sugar From Your Morning Routine | Bob's Red Mill Blog Searching for a way to ditch processed sugars in the mornings? Why not ditch processed sugar completely? By committing to eating mainly healthy and wholesome foods, and only filling your pantry with such, you can ensure that your diet will be processed sugar free. Stocking your kitchen with fruits, veggies, proteins and whole grains is a great way to keep you on track. Additionally, by keeping healthy snacks on-hand and storing them at eye level, you'll find yourself craving and reaching for healthy treats more often. To help you get started, we've compiled a list of our favorite healthy foods to add to your grocery list.

Make a Smoothie

If a savory breakfast or big bowl of oatmeal isn't satisfying your morning cravings, then we have just the meal for you: a naturally sweet smoothie! Smoothies are a great breakfast food. The fantastic thing about smoothies is that you decide what to put in them. Fruits, veggies, nuts and seeds are all nutritious smoothie ingredients that can be combined to make a mouthwatering morning meal. Aside from being delicious, smoothies are also incredibly accommodating. Sensitive to gluten? This Unicorn Smoothie is entirely gluten free. Made in two layers, this gorgeous multicolored confection is almost too pretty to eat. By blending both blueberries and blue spirulina powder, a colorful smoothie base is created that will excite both kids and adults. Following a vegan diet? Try out this Strawberries and Cream Smoothie that uses coconut milk instead of traditional dairy. This smoothie is sweet and delicious, but it's also a creative way to boost your daily intake of protein. Working sweet treats like this into your morning meal plans is an excellent way to keep sugar cravings at bay, while also eliminating processed sugars from your routine. There are endless swaps and substitutions you can choose when making a smoothie to ensure it suits your lifestyle and dietary needs. For an even more significant nutritional boost, you can also add protein powder to your smoothie. Depending on your taste preferences, different protein powders can be used to achieve the flavor you want. How to Eliminate Processed Sugar From Your Morning Routine | Bob's Red Mill Blog At Bob's Red Mill, we offer a variety of protein powders, including our Chocolate Protein Powder Nutritional Booster and Chai Protein Powder Nutritional Booster. Made from only high-quality, wholesome ingredients, our protein powders are excellent in smoothies, protein pudding, protein pancakes, protein bites and more! Additionally, many of the protein powders we offer are vegan and gluten free, making them easy to accommodate nearly any diet. Remember that making these healthy swaps doesn't mean that you have to give up your favorite treats entirely. Whether you choose to sub out processed sweets for homemade ones or indulge in your sugary vices every once in a while, we hope that this list of sugar free breakfast recipes has introduced you to new ways to wake up sugar free. From all of us at Bob's Red Mill, we wish you a happy and wholesome morning! Have a naturally sweetened breakfast recipe you'd like to share? We'd love to know what it is. Let us know in the comments below.
Bob's Red Mill
July 29 2020

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