Try this for breakfast

We choose oatmeal the majority of the time before a hike or bike ride.  Quaker oats old fashioned was the number 1 choice.  Until, someone that my husband runs with at noon told him about steel cut Irish oatmeal.  We buy it at Wal-Mart of course, but I would think you can find it in about any grocery store.   The steel cut is what I recommend trying, but there is also the Quick cooking Irish oatmeal as well.  The steel cut requires about 25 minutes of cooking.  The directions say 30 minutes and do not overcook.  We have found we like the consistency of 25 minutes cooking time. It has a nutty and crunchy texture.  Just add honey and fruit.  Non-fat milk can be added but we find we don't need it.  Fresh fruit or dried fruit add a sweet flavor.  The quick cooking irish oatmeal is 3-5 minutes cooking time. It is similar to the old fashioned Quaker Oats in consistency but has a bit different taste.  While it is good and has shorter cooking time, give the steel cut a chance.  Nutrition facts regarding Irish oatmeal and Quaker are similar.  Both are considered a healthy food choice. Just a couple of differences to note:   

Irish Oatmeal Quaker Oats

150 calories 150 calories

20 fat calories 25 fat calories

0g Saturated fat 0.5g saturated fat

26g total carbohydrate 27g total carbohydrate

0g sugar 1g sugar

4g protein 5g protein

You may read the complete nutrition facts on each product label.  I posted the highlights.  

Oatmeal is a good choice to start the day and it is a whole grain.  Give this a try.  Maybe you already choose this food item?  Either way let me know what you think!  Beth