Everybody knows breakfast is the “most important meal of the day.” Despite this awareness, however, it seems to simultaneously be the most challenging, especially for the Paleo adherent. Grain-based cereals abound and flour- and sugar-laden pastries tempt us from behind glass counters as we order our morning coffee. Just getting out of bed, showered, dressed and to work on time is difficult enough; How does one make time for breakfast, let alone prepare something healthy that will provide the energy to sustain an active day?

Breakfast is important for all, but for the athlete who depends on physical performance, it is para¬mount. As such, breakfast ideas and suggestions will be an ongoing feature of this journal.

Being winter, we find it fitting to offer a Paleo version of traditional hot cereal. Warm, nourishing, and satisfying, when accompanied by the appropriate lean protein, this cereal will be founda¬tional for your high-energy day.

Unless you are on the Athletes Zone with increased fat blocks this may be a bit fat intensive. For those following a cyclic low carb plan this may be your dream accompaniment to a salmon scramble. A double batch may be made and stored in the refrigerator for use throughout the week.

Nutty Hot Cereal

Time: 10 mins

Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds or pecans
- 1 medium sized apple, quartered
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon (This will help increase insulin sensitivity)
- 1 cup water

Preparation
Place all ingredients in blender and pu¬ree. Pour into medium sized saucepan. You may need to rinse the blender with an additional ¼ cup of water to get all the cereal. Bring to a boil. Reduce tempera¬ture immediately and allow to simmer for 5 minutes covered. If thicker consistency is desired, allow to simmer longer. Makes 2 cups.


Wild Alaskan Scramble

Time: 10 mins

Ingredients
- Half can wild Alaskan salmon
- 2 eggs

Preparation
Add salmon to a non-stick skillet with a dash of olive oil. Mash and break up the salmon such that it forms a thin uniform layer on the bottom of the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes. Beat the eggs and add to skillet. Stir gently and consistently until done.

Fresh vegetables may be added to the scramble for color, flavor and nutrient content. Be sure to start the vegetables first and cook the water down a bit to avoid a runny scramble.