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The next 20 or so days are the shortest, darkest days of the year. Here in New York, there are days when it gets dark as early as 4:30!
And yet, your to-do list is as long and important as ever. In fact, you probably have lots to do to make the upcoming holidays merry and bright despite the challenging year 2020 has been.
So it’s with that in mind that I’m sharing 15 recipes today that will energize your morning and your whole day. So even if it’s still dark for an hour or even two after you wake up, you can power through your tasks with abundant energy.
In general, you want to choose foods that include greens, which are high in chlorophyll and magnesium, two key energy boosters. Coconut, maca, avocado, and certain fruits are also energizing.
Many of these recipes are green smoothies, which pack a punch of natural energy and vitality. They also hydrate you, which is an important component of staying energized. Dehydration often masks itself as fatigue.
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Without further ado, let’s run through these tasty recipes!
15 Energizing Breakfast Recipes by Dr. Daryl
ENERGY BOOSTING PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
If you want energy to power through your day, plus protein to power through your workout, not to mention great taste, this quick and easy smoothie made with avocado, banana, coconut, and maca powder is perfect for you.
This is one of my favorite smoothies, as it’s a pure alkaline recipe with no fruit added. When you need a real power punch of energy and cleansing vitality, you can’t do better than a super green smoothie with all alkaline ingredients.
We eat this hash for breakfast at our house on the weekends pretty regularly.
It’s a delicious way to enjoy sweet potatoes, asparagus, red onion, and beans that are full of nutrients and fiber, and the whole dish comes together in less than 20 minutes.
You can go a long way toward minimizing the acid in your coffee and supplying your body with lots of nutrient-rich ingredients when you combine it with the right ingredients. That’s what this delicious coffee smoothie will do for you. It’s like a Frappuccino that’s actually good for you!
Rich in magnesium, this smoothie will give you a burst of energy that will get you through until at least lunchtime. Plus, it tastes like a tropical vacation with mango, coconut water, banana, and mint. Just writing about it makes me crave these yummy flavors!
This fresh green juice is packed with veggies and other alkaline ingredients, so instead of sucking up your energy like the alcoholic version would, this one will actually energize you and make you feel great. Pair it with a light breakfast and your day will be off to a good start.
CREAMY CHOCOLATE ENERGY-BOOSTING BREAKFAST SHAKE
This delicious smoothie that contains maca is great because it balances the mild acidity of a couple of dates with two healthy fats, which slow down the metabolization of the sugars, preventing an insulin spike in your body and making it alkalizing and energizing.
If you need superhero level energy, health, and immunity, this smoothie has got almost every superfood ingredient but the kitchen sink, making it an alkaline powerhouse! It contains several potent detoxifiers, healthy fats, lots of chlorophyll, and a ton of vitamins and minerals.
Apologies if this recipe gets the song stuck in your head! No apologies for how this smoothie will get you up and energized to start your day! It contains maca powder, a superfood that’s actually related to broccoli and cauliflower. It’s energizing and mood-boosting. You’ll love the blackberry and almond butter flavor. It’s like an anti-inflammatory PB&J in a cup!
CHICKPEA SCRAMBLE BREAKFAST BOWL
Chelsea and I have been making this at home a lot lately and our kids LOVE it! I am completely serious – they literally DEVOUR this recipe. We make it as “breakfast for dinner” as well as brunch on the weekends. You can add any other veggie you like such as finely chopped broccoli or ribbons of kale
This breakfast smoothie combines healthy fats, vegan protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals to give you energy that will last well into your morning and keep you full until lunch. Plus, if you like carrot cake, you’re going to love how it tastes!
This smoothie will give you a boost of natural energy with a scoop of energizing Daily Greens. It’s also got great flavor with a hint of peach and a tropical feel.
What more could you ask for than a delicious, yummy tasting smoothie that the whole family will love, and is good for you as well?
This combination of healthy ingredients – avocado, cranberry, ginger, spinach, almonds, and cinnamon – will increase your energy reserve so you are sure to start your morning strong!
ORGANIC DAILY PROTEIN ENERGY BALLS
This is one of my favorite go-to snacks, which energizes and sustains me all-day long! You can easily make a batch and keep them in the fridge for breakfast or during that mid-afternoon blood sugar slump that too often leads to making carb heavy, acidic choices.
One of my favorite smoothies is this alkalizing, energizing, and delicious recipe, no matter what season it is! Adding healthy fats like coconut oil and chia seeds will help neutralize the natural sugars in the pears and banana… and a dash of cinnamon to top it off will prevent any insulin spikes and ensure your blood sugar levels stay in normal range while providing your body with plenty of antioxidants.
Enjoy your morning coffee – without the eventual crash, headaches, jitters, or acid reflux!
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GET OFF YOUR ACID!
Dr. Daryl
