For many, Paleo is a way of life, not a diet. If you've just started on the Paleo diet or are keen to give it a go, nutritionist and author Michele Chevalley Hedge from A Healthy View has some sage words of advice: “Use it as a template but do not become a Paleo perfectionist.” Chevalley Hedge says that by simply taking Paleo’s underlying principals of clean eating, whole foods, lots of quality protein, good fats, and vegetable carbohydrates, you have a prescription for excellent nutrition. Here are some of Chevalley Hedges's fave Paleo breakfasts to grab and go for an early morning start.
Mix frozen fruit, linseeds, coconut or almond milk, a handful of nuts or half an avocado.
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Boil an egg the night before and wrap in a romaine lettuce leaf and top with pesto or chilli sauce.
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This is a great one to whip up the night before so it's easy to grab in the morning.
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Try having blueberries topped with goat, sheep, or almond/coconut milk, plain unflavoured yogurt and smothered in seeds and nuts.
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Scramble, poach, or bake eggs, add vegies, a slice of avocado and top with salsa.
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Bread made with almond meal and macadamia nut oil make for delicious non-gluten options. Try this recipe.
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Almond meal muffins with berries and nut and seeds are a fast and yummy breakfast option.
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Ask anyone of the many Paleo peeps out there and they will tell you they got over their fear of leftovers on the first bite of a warm, nourishing breakfast. When you're making dinner simply make extra to heat up again the next morning. Too easy!
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