If you want to be in the best shape of your life and feel unstoppable all day long, these are the best anti-inflammatory foods to eat for breakfast!
You’ve probably heard many times that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It kickstarts your metabolism, helps wake your body up, and allows you to absorb the nutrients necessary to tackle everything on your to-do list.
But what if your breakfast could do more than just fill you up for the day? Just imagine that all the delicious things you have on your plate help reduce inflammation in your body and boost your health at the same time! Even though inflammation is your body’s way of defining itself, when it sticks around, it can lead to several health issues, such as joint pain, heart disease, and digestive troubles.
The good news? There are a bunch of tasty, natural, and anti-inflammatory foods you could eat for breakfast to feel and look your best. Say goodbye to those sugary cereals or processed meals—it’s time to nourish your body with all the right things that will support your immune system, fight inflammation, and fill you with energy. Let’s get started!
1. Eggs and greens
Eggs contain nutrients like protein, omega-3, vitamin D, and choline. They’re tasty, versatile, and will keep your hunger levels in check for hours. Not to mention, eggs are the perfect nutrient to manage your blood sugar levels and therefore keep inflammation at bay.
Why not toss in some greens like spinach, arugula, or kale? They’ll make for a delicious and anti-inflammatory meal! You can also add cucumbers and tomatoes for that extra crunch and flavor. Plus, they’ll give you a nice fiber boost and plenty of vitamins. Enjoy your tasty and healthy creation, because it’s a wellness-bomb!
2. Chia pudding
If you love eating sweet things for breakfast, you’ll fall in love with this delicious, fiber-packed food! Chia seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, reduce disease risk, support weight loss, contain antioxidants, and keep your blood sugar levels in check.
All you have to do is combine 2 tbsps of chia seeds and half a cup of milk, mix well, add your favorite sweetener, and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight. When you’re about to serve it, add some fruits and vanilla extract, and enjoy one of the best anti-inflammatory foods ever!
If this fruit-based recipe idea doesn’t appeal to you, I suggest you visit Pinterest and look for chia pudding recipes. You’ll be amazed by how many “dessert” ideas you’ll find, including chia pudding tiramisu, key lime pie, carrot cake, and many others.
This ingredient is a staple, so if I convinced you to give this delicious pudding a try, check out these chia seeds! They’re incredible!
3. Fruit with nut butter
Are you short on time in the morning? No need to worry, because I know just the right anti-inflammatory food you need to keep those energy levels up and feel your best: fruit with almond or peanut butter.
As nutritionists say, whole fruits, such as bananas and apples, are incredible sources of antioxidants that prevent free radicals from triggering damage and disease in our bodies. Besides being tasty and sweet, fruits are packed with fiber and vitamins, which help to flush out toxins and function properly.
Combined with a portion of yummy and nutritious food like almond butter (or any other type of nut butter you like), you’ll have a balanced meal on the go that’s rich in healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber, so you can tackle your to-do list without a problem.
4. Tofu scramble with veggies
If you’re not a big fan of eggs, you should give tofu a try. It’s loaded with nutrients, including isoflavones, which can help you reduce inflammation and feel your best. You can increase the nutrient intake by tossing in your favorite veggies. The more colors you have on your plate, the more nutrients and vitamins you’ll give your body.
For a finishing touch, extra flavor, and a plethora of antioxidants, sprinkle some turmeric into your savory breakie. This spice has an active compound called curcumin, which will help fight inflammation in your body. Besides that, it will make your breakfast taste more exotic.
5. Protein smoothie
If you’ve read any of our articles, you probably remember that we said pre-packed smoothies or the ones you can get from healthy restaurants aren’t as good for you as you’d think. They’re often packed with extra sugars and fruit juices that only spike your blood sugar levels and don’t keep your hunger in check.
But if you’re looking for a wonderful anti-inflammatory food you can savor at home, a smoothie is the perfect choice. The key here is to mix protein, greens, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids so you have a meal that nourishes and keeps you satisfied for hours.
Nutritionists recommend fruits, veggies like cucumbers, greens like baby spinach, and even herbs, such as parsley, plant-based protein, chia seeds, and water or unsweetened nut milk. One of my favorite recipes combines baby spinach, parsley, avocado, and pineapple. It’s tasty, fresh, satisfying, and an overall health bomb! Try it out and let me know in the comments if you liked it!
6. Avocado on multigrain toast
Another anti-inflammatory food you must eat for breakfast is avocado on multigrain toast. This combination is full of amazing flavors and textures, and everyone in your family will fall in love with this breakfast idea.
Since this green fruit is packed with tocopherols and carotenoids, it helps you keep chronic disease at bay. Moreover, those healthy fats will keep your skin juicy and plump, your hair shiny and smooth, and you won’t think about food for the next couple of hours.
Pairing avocados with multigrain toast is a wonderful option because this type of bread is often loaded with dietary fiber, which can improve digestion and keep your cholesterol levels in check. If you want extra protein and antioxidants, you can add a hard-boiled egg on top and sprinkle everything with some hemp seeds.
7. Veggie patties
While processed meats might taste good, they’re not that great for your body because they’re loaded with sodium and saturated fat. But don’t worry, because I have the perfect anti-inflammatory food for you: veggie patties.
They taste good, keep your body satisfied for hours, are high in fiber, packed with omega-3 fatty acids, and are low in saturated fat. The best part is that you could make them at home with whatever veggies you have nearby and store them in the freezer for meal-prepping.
I recently made some veggie patties for my family, and they turned out pretty good. I used broccoli, carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, and buckwheat flour because it’s gluten-free. I mixed all the ingredients, added salt and pepper, and put them in the oven for 40 minutes at 356 F, and they came out great.
You can add some cheese to the composition to make them extra tasty or serve them with a homemade Greek yogurt, lemon, and garlic dip. This anti-inflammatory food is amazing for breakfast, snacks, or any time you need a healthy pick-me-up.
What do you think about these yummy anti-inflammatory foods for breakfast? Are you planning to give any of these ideas a try? I’d love to hear any tips or recipes you have that help keep inflammation away! I’m always on the lookout for the best tasty foods, so please share your recommendations in the comments below!
Until next time, here’s another fantastic article from Nutrition in USA to check out: THIS Is What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Ham (It’s Hard to Believe!)