February is well-known for being American Heart Month. Considering heart-related problems are the leading cause of death in the United States, it’s important to consider easy lifestyle improvements that can make a world of difference in your heart health as you age. One easy way to make a small shift is to start your day off right with a heart-healthy breakfast. Whether you like a sweet or savory breakfast, we have included two easy recipes to start your day right and move toward a healthier heart. Let’s dive in!
Morning Oatmeal Recipe
INGREDIENTS
⅓ Cup Sprouted Quick Oats
¾ Cup Water or Milk
Pinch of Salt
⅓ Cup Cranberries
½ Cup Peaches
1 TBSP Flax Seeds
1 TBSP Hemp Seeds
1 TBSP Honey
INSTRUCTIONS
Bring water or milk to a boil
Add salt
Reduce heat to a simmer and add oats
Cover for 2-3 minutes
While oats are cooking, wash and cut fruit
Take off heat and pour into bowl
Add fruit, hemp seeds, flax seeds, and top off with honey
Let cool, and enjoy!
Breakfast Quinoa Bowl
INGREDIENTS
1 Cup Organic Quinoa
2 Cups Water
3 Garlic Cloves
½ Cup Green and red peppers
½ Avacado
1TBSP of Sesame Seeds
1 TSP Salt
1 TSP Pepper
2 TSP Red Pepper Flakes
½ Lime
1 TBSP Honey
INSTRUCTIONS
Add quinoa, salt and water and bring to a boil
Mince garlic cloves and green and red peppers
Add minced garlic and peppers and reduce to a simmer
Cover and let cook 15 minutes
Cut avocado into thin slices, set aside
Squeeze lime into bowl and mix in honey and red pepper flakes
Once quinoa is cooked, season with pepper, add avocado, sprinkle sesame seeds and lime dressing on top
Let cool, and enjoy!
You can pair both of these dishes with your favorite protein for a well-rounded, heart-conscious breakfast. We hope you enjoy these recipes. Take a picture and tag @topdoctormagazine to show off your cooking skills!
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