A Not-So-Healthy Twist On Popular Breakfast Foods

Published on January 18, 2016
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Eggs Benedict With Hollandaise Sauce

The one good thing about this brunch staple is that it contains protein-rich eggs, which are a great source of selenium and vitamin D. But the benefits of this calorie bomb end there with toppings thanks like ham and high-fat Hollandaise sauce—all served on a buttery English muffin.

Order this instead: scrambled eggs and whole wheat toast or whole grain toast with avocado, smoked salmon, and a poached egg.

Eggs Benedict

Eggs Benedict

Bagel & Cream Cheese

Bagels and carbs go hand in hand, literally. The carbohydrates in a bagel are converted quickly into glucose which speeds up blood sugar levels. And too much glucose can lead to weight gain, or even Type 2 diabetes. And don’t forget about the icing on the cake, or the rich layer of cream cheese smeared on top,

Enjoy this instead: whole wheat bagel or English muffin with avocado/peanut butter/fish/eggs.

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Loaded Bagel

Loaded Bagel