Breakfast Can Be Quick, Healthful

Lots of fresh foods and grains require very little preparation and will have you on your way to a quick and healthy breakfast in no time. Here are some options.

Blend fruit and yogurt to make a healthful shake or smoothie. You can drink it in the car if you're really in a hurry. Keep frozen blueberries, strawberries and peaches on hand to make flavorful smoothies possible any day, any season

Hard boil six eggs on Sunday night. Pop out the yolks for an excellent cholesterol-free protein source every morning

Opt for fiber and protein to get you through the morning. Try a toasted whole-wheat English muffin topped with peanut butter. Take along an apple, too

Bake high-fiber muffins early in the week. Muffins are great at breakfast, but they also freeze well, so you can enjoy them for several weeks

Make whole-grain waffles or pancakes over the weekend and freeze the leftovers. Grocery stores also sell frozen whole-grain options; check the natural foods section for the best variety

Have a tortilla for breakfast. Wrap up deli turkey or chicken and low-fat cheese with spinach. Add a piece of fruit and you're all set

There is always cold cereal. Look for varieties that are low in sugar and provide at least 5 grams of fiber per serving