Breakfast is often considered to be the most important meal of the day.
However, as parents know all too well, feeding our children a balanced breakfast can be a challenge. Moms and dads can use all the help they can get.
Thankfully, Nutella® hazelnut spread is a quick, easy and tasty way to start the day. Through careful planning, breakfast can be a meal that families look forward to instead of a stressful and challenging experience.
Below are some helpful tips on how to make breakfast more enjoyable for you and your family:
- Get up, and eat! Get the kids up earlier on weekdays to ensure the entire family has time to sit and enjoy the meal together.
- Be a role model. Parents who eat a balanced morning meal benefit, too, and also set a good example for their children.
- Variety is key. Children need a balance of nutrients and tasty goodness, and parents need a breakfast solution that is quick and convenient! Be sure to include sources of whole grains, protein, fat and nutrient-boosting fruits or vegetables as part of the breakfast plan.
- Make breakfast a family affair. Enlist your child in making breakfast happen. Getting your kids involved can both save time and provide a fun learning experience. Let them help in setting the table, pouring juice, cutting fruit, and cleaning up. Make breakfast fun by planning with your child and making it together.
- Be prepared - Some days may be more hectic than others, so keep your kitchen stocked with plenty of "grab-and-go" breakfast food combinations such as a yogurt, 100% juice box and a whole grain English muffin with delicious Nutella® hazelnut spread. That way, even on the most rushed days, you can send your child out the door with an easy balanced breakfast.
Afterall, the "best" breakfast is the one that will be eaten!
But keep in mind, a balanced breakfast should provide the proper balance of protein, carbohydrates from whole grains, fat and the nutrients provided by either a serving of fruit or vegetables. For example, a breakfast that consists of a small whole grain bagel with Nutella®, 1/2 cup of sliced strawberries and 1 cup of 1% milk is suitable for school-aged children.
So why not use Nutella® hazelnut spread to turn a balanced breakfast into a tasty one!