Starting your day off right is a great way to make sure it’s a good one. A healthy, tasty breakfast is the best way to do it.

These 5 healthy dishes are a great choice, and popular throughout the world. You won’t find them among our daily fare of dosas, upmas and kichdis, but these healthy Western breakfast items can give their Indian counterparts a run for their money!

Eggs

Your daily source of healthy proteins and vital vitamin D. Plus, the whole concern about their high cholesterol content has been proven unfounded. Try them scrambled, boiled, in an omelette, or try something fancy like Eggs Benedict!

Oats

An item that actually reduces cholesterol as you eat it. Need more reasons oats are healthy? Try rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, potassium and folate.

Grapefruit

The dieter’s choice. If you’re trying to lose weight, grapefruit for breakfast is one of your best options. It burns fat, improves blood sugar and insulin levels, and has antioxidant properties.

Flaxseed

As little as two teaspoonfuls of flaxseed can give you all the healthy Omega-3s your body needs. It is also rich in fiber and lignan, which helps fight breast cancer.

Strawberries

As high in antioxidants as they are low in calories, strawberries also contain folic acid, fiber, and your daily dose of vitamin C.

Add all of these to your breakfast arsenal, and you’ll enjoy variety, some great flavors, and—most importantly—some great healthy ingredients!

References:

http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20676415,00.html

http://www.eatthis.com/best-breakfast-foods-for-your-weight-loss-diet/