As my eyes struggle to open and the sun begins to beam through the windows shades, I semi-consciously realize it is time to get up and get going. As it is another day of living to the max, I follow an almost daily habit of working out and eating right at the onset of my day. Part of these glorious mornings is consuming a healthy alternative to the 780 calorie Loaded Breakfast Burrito at Carl’s Jr. My usual alternative is that of a fruit smoothie. Today, I will show you how I make my Healthy Morning Start Smoothies quickly and easily and show how simple it is for you to begin implementing in your mornings as well.
Following the video, read below for ingredients, alternatives, and further instructions.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 of a Light Yogurt – 50 calories
- 2 cups of Ice – Add more if you want a bigger smoothie without more calories – 0 Calories
- 1/2 cup of Orange Juice – 55 Calories
- 1/2 Banana – 45 Calories
- Additional Suggested Items: Strawberries/Blueberries/Raspberries/Milk/Protein Powder
Total Caloric Intake: Between 150-200 Calories
Alternatives for Breakfast
- A Piece of Fruit
- 3 Scrambled Eggs with only one of the yolks
- Light Yogurt
- 1/2 of a Bagel (Not a whole bagel and no cream cheese)
- 2 Pieces of Toast (No Butter…just jam)
David Damron
LifeExcursion
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I am definitely going to try to get my hands on a blender. (I’m in college, so I lack most of the basic kitchen appliances and tools.
I love fruit smoothies so much, and this recipe looks delicious!