Low Fat Breakfast Ideas

Low fat breakfasts are not too tricky to create, they just require some careful supermarket shopping trips and good product label reading skills! There are always low-er fat breakfast favorites you can create to satisfy your cravings for a classic English fry up or French toast.

Firstly, get to grips with ways to cook food in a low fat way - grilling things, so you don't have to use any fat to grease a pan, or using non-stick cookware will work also.

Then, be on the lookout for foods that are a good combo of low fat, but not too high in sugar, as this could cause other health concerns to arise. Many times when something is labelled specifically as 'low fat', the creators of the product have added in extra sugar to add flavour. Instead, try to find foods that are naturally low in fat, and won't need labelling.

Steer clear of saturated fat. This has been linked in many studies to an increased risk of heart attack, weight gain, cancer, and macular degeneration. This particular type of unhealthy fat is found in animal products - another reason why a trial run of a healthy vegan diet might be something to consider. Hydrogenated fats are not great alternatives either - so steer clear of vegetable spreads and margarines.

In fact, the only 'good' fat, that doesn't seem to have much negative press, is the fat found in fish - Omega-3 fatty acids. This has even been shown to reduce clotting and inflammation in your arteries, and could therefore reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke. To get the full fish fat benefits, try and include fish twice a week in your meals.

So, what is a good low-fat breakfast recipe to try out?

Fruit is great, as are wholegrains and nut milks. If you can base your breakfast around these 3 kitchen staples, then you'll have enough variety and flavour to keep you happy for a long time.

Spices are also a key breakfast ingredient, to add flavour without extra calories. You could also try using applesauce as a great fat substitute in your favorite breakfast recipes, or use a 'flax egg' in replacement of a regular one.

Try out these great low-fat breakfast recipes:

• Salmon Kedgeree
• Buckwheat and Raisin Porridge
• Peach Breakfast Bake
• Cardamom Macadamia Pancakes
• Breakfast Polenta with Dried Fruit

 There's no reason why low-fat should equal zero flavour - so have fun and experiment!