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I talked about my struggles with inflammation in myDry January reflection, and that time I raved about one of my favoriteanti-inflammatory lunches, but in case you’re behind: I was diagnosed withocular rosaceaat the start of the year. This is chronic inflammation specifically in the face and eyes.SymptomsI personally experience include dry eyes, malar rash, swelling of the eyelids and occasional chalazions.
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And when it comes to breakfast, I’m keeping it easy. If it takes more than 10 minutes, I’m not making it during the workweek. So here’s a list of some realistic options I make for myself in the morning that are so satisfying, I always have my kitchen stocked so I can quickly whip up these choices.
Toaster Waffles with Peanut Butter & Berries
Whenever I go grocery shopping, whole-wheat toaster waffles are almost always added to my cart. You really can’t go wrong with popping one or two frozen waffles in the toaster oven and customizing them as you please. For me, I love to give them an anti-inflammatory boost withpeanut butter, berry jams and fruits likeraspberries. And I don’t know why, but there’s something aboutmaking it into a sandwichthat just tastes so good.
Nut Butter & Banana Protein Smoothie
Whatever nut butter I have on hand combined with banana, cinnamon, unsweetened vanilla almond milk and some ice makes my ideal smoothie. It really only takes five ingredients, and whether I choose to use peanut butter or leftover almond butter from when I make these3-Ingredient Chocolate & Almond Butter Dates, natural nut butters boast anti-inflammatory properties. For a higher-protein version of my favorite smoothie, try ourAlmond Butter & Banana Protein Smoothie.
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Avocado Toast
There are two ways I love to eatavocadotoast: with a simple topping likeeverything bagel seasoningor a bit more dressed up. Case in point: I love the flavor combination of a caprese salad—I even wrote an ode to my go-toCaprese Sandwich—so when I stumbled upon thisCaprese Avocado Toast recipe, it was as if my dreams came true. Plus, both avocados and whole-wheat bread can help reduce inflammation, so it’s a win-win meal!
Yogurt Parfait
What’s quick and easy, yet so flavorful and helps keep me energized in the morning? I’m talking about yogurt parfaits. All you have to do is lay down a base of Greek yogurt in a bowl, add some granola and top it off with the anti-inflammatory berries of your choice. ThisStrawberry & Yogurt ParfaitonEatingWellis pretty much my choice breakfast, but I’ll hold off on the granulated sugar and add some honey if I’m looking for extra sweetness.
Peanut Butter & Apple Cinnamon Toast
Ah yes, the classic peanut butter and apple combo. Everyone loves it, whether you’reReese Witherspoon,Zooey Deschanelor me on a weekday morning. And while the unmatched duo is a great snack, I need something that canreallykeep me satisfied in the morning, so I’lladd it onto some toastand sprinkle cinnamon on top.Peanut Butter-Banana Cinnamon Toastis also a staple in my breakfast rotation (which is just my smoothie in toast form, I know). If you’re not a peanut butter lover like me, try out thisCashew Butter & Clementine Toastfor something different.
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