The morning you wake up. Before you put on your makeup. You say a little... something about getting your grub on first thing. Why is it crucial to eat within

an hour of rising? It jumpstarts your metabolism, enabling you to burn more calories (and feel less groggy doing it) throughout the day.

This is a recipe for energy. The protein will take your body time to digest, keeping you feeling full (like eggs), and healthy fats (like avocados) contain carotenoids allowing you

to reap more nutritional benefits of accompanying foods. Carbs are the equivalent of energy in the nutritional world, so best to start your day with whole carbs (like whole wheat toast).

If you're on the smoothie train, go ahead and add a handful of spinach, arugula or other green to your blender. If you add it to a smoothie with creamy fruits

like banana, or pungent ones like pineapple, you may barely be able to taste it, but you'll still reap all the benefits (clearer skin, more energy, detoxification)!

If you're not a fan of smoothies, and prefer juice, take a step back. When you drink juice there's often added sugars and no fiber because the natural skins have

been removed. Opt for whole fruits instead, to keep you feeling full, without a pending sugar-crash.

Not all nut-butters are created equal. Almond-butter has less saturated fat, and boasts more calcium, fiber and protein than peanut-butter.

Variety is the spice of life, so to ensure you don't get in a breakfast rut, you can make some overnight oats ahead for the week, but then stock-up on

eggs and have a variety of omelets or scrambles the next.Especially on the weekends, if you have more time, make something a little extra special, sit down and savor it.

You won't regret it.

Are you still hungry? Do you feel a little too full? Check-in with yourself after breakfast to see how what you consumed has impacted the hours after. Make changes as

you see fit.