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The best way to set your day up \u2014 and give yourself the energy to power through it \u2014 is to have a healthy breakfast<\/a>. \u201cBreakfast is like putting gas in your car before you go on a long trip,\u201d says Abby Langer<\/a>, RD. And in an ideal world, you\u2019d have enough time to whip up a gourmet meal every day. But let\u2019s be real: Mornings can be the most hectic part of your day. At times, it can definitely seem fast food is the only food around.<\/p>\n RELATED: <\/strong>11 Healthy Whole-Grain Breakfast Recipes 1. Starbucks <\/strong>Classic Whole-Grain Oatmeal Oatmeal is a sure thing in the a.m. \u201cSince oatmeal is a whole grain, it has bulky fiber that your system takes longer to digest, filling you up,\u201d says Brigitte Zeitlin, RD, MPH and dietitian at B Nutritious<\/a>. \u201c[At Starbucks], they also give you the option of adding in mixed nuts,\u201d she notes. And since nuts<\/a> are loaded with healthy fats, they\u2019ll ward off junky cravings. Instead of sprinkling on brown sugar, try cinnamon for sweetness. \u201cPart of what generally makes fast food breakfast so bad [for you] is added sugar, but [with a few careful swaps] you can avoid it and still add flavor,\u201d says Zeitlin.<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0<\/strong>Jamba Juice Spinach and Cheese Breakfast Wrap RELATED: <\/strong>Are You Eating Too Much Fruit?<\/a><\/p>\n 3. McDonalds Egg White Delight McMuffin McD\u2019s makes the cut! What we\u2019re loving with this sandwich is its white cheddar, which is far less processed than the usual American cheese. At the counter, ask if you can nix the Canadian bacon, an unnecessary source of sodium, says Zeitlin. (Bonus? You\u2019ll cut extra cals the, too.) Also, request whole eggs<\/a> instead of egg whites. \u201cThe fat is in the yolk, so that\u2019s a good way to get a lot of flavor and fullness,\u201d says Zeitlin, who suggests adding fruit like an apple, orange, or half-cup of berries for a hit of fiber, too.<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0<\/strong>Au Bon Pain Egg Whites, Cheddar, and Avocado Sandwich on Skinny Wheat Bagel There\u2019s a reason avocado toast<\/a> is a huge trend right now (and no, not because it\u2019s so Instagram-worthy ). \u201cAvocado is a surprising source of fiber,\u201d says Zeitlin, crucial to a good morning meal. \u201cFiber helps keep your digestive system moving, lowers cholesterol and can reduce your risk of diabetes,\u201d says Zeitlin. If you\u2019re looking to add more nutrients, ask for whole eggs instead of egg whites. \u201cThe yolk\u2019s choline is an essential mineral for cognition,\u201d says Zeitlin. \u201cAnd we can all use that early in the morning!\u201d<\/p>\n RELATED:<\/strong> Whole Eggs Vs. Egg Whites: Which Are Healthier?<\/a><\/p>\n 5. Pret a Manger Vegetarian Southwestern Breakfast Hot Wrap
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\nHowever, \u201ca lot of fast food is highly processed, low in fiber<\/a>, high in fat and ultimately makes you want to go back to sleep rather than face the day,\u201d warns Langer. The good news: There are some great a.m. choices out there that won\u2019t put you in a burrito coma before noon. Here, the best picks plus a few extra tweaks that will help make your to-go meal guilt-free.<\/p>\n5 Healthy Fast Food Breakfast Ideas<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/strong>The skinny: 160 cal, 2.5 g fat, 4 g fiber, 5 g protein, 0 mg sodium, 0 g sugar<\/em><\/p>\n![\"Jamba](\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/jamba-juice.jpg\" "\\"Jamba")
\n<\/strong>The skinny: 240 cal, 8 g fat, 3 g fiber, 15 g protein, 530 mg sodium, 1 g sugar
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\nWhen you\u2019re at the smoothie bar, you may automatically think of their signature sips, but here you\u2019ll want to grab something savory instead. \u201cFruit is great, but [stick to] one to one and a half servings\u201d to avoid sugar overload, says Langer. But this sandwich has everything a good breakfast should: \u201cThe tortilla provides carbs, which break down into glucose, your body\u2019s primary source of energy,\u201d she says. And that\u2019s key: Your body draws upon that energy to do everything from crush it on the treadmill to brainstorm at work. Plus, carbs are best paired with protein, which helps build and repair muscle, as well as healthy, monounsaturated fats (hello eggs and Swiss cheese).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"McDonalds](\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/mc-ds-egg-white-sammy.jpg\" "\\"McDonalds")
\n<\/strong>The skinny:<\/em> 250 cal, 9 g fat, 1 g fiber, 15 g protein, 500 mg sodium, 2 g sugar<\/em><\/p>\n![\"Egg](\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/au-bon-pain-egg-white-sandwich-new.jpg\" "\\"Egg")
\n<\/strong>The skinny: 310 cal, 17 g fat, 9 g fiber, 20 g protein, 600 mg sodium, 2 g sugar<\/em><\/p>\n![\"Pret](\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Pret-a-Manger-Southwestern-Breakfast-Wrap.jpg\" "\\"Pret")
\n<\/strong>The skinny: 330 cal, 14 g fat, 3 g fiber, 18 g protein, 710 mg sodium, 2 g sugar<\/em><\/p>\n