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If you’ve ever stood in front of the muesli section at the supermarket and thought, “Where do I start,” we hear you!
There are so many options available with different prices, ingredients and health claims, so it can be completely overwhelming!
So today, we want to help you wade through the information to get back to basics in terms of health benefits of this sometimes confusing breakfast option!
Be a savvy shopper and look beyond the claims on the front of the pack. For instance just because it says that it is a ‘good source of fibre’ doesn’t mean that the particular brand has a higher amount of fibre than other brands.
Same goes for ‘no added sugar’ (it may still have a high total sugar count, especially in the form of dried fruit or honey). And the tricky thing is that many brands that do have positive benefits such as low salt or low in saturated fat don’t even mention it on their pack.
Some varieties of muesli can cost you between $20 to $40 per kilo! There’s no need to pay through the roof for your muesli when in fact many of the cheaper brands are better for you.
Often we are paying more for the brand name itself (and its celebrity endorsement) or for alleged superfood ingredients when really, all whole, real fruits and nuts are ’super’.Â
Don’t rely on the claims on the front of the pack, check the info for yourself and compare it to the other brands you are considering.
When you look at the ingredients list, make sure you recognise what’s in there for a start.
Remember that the ingredients are listed in order of their percentage of the contents. So if honey or sugar are one of the first three ingredients, chances are this is a high sugar option.
There are so many options in the supermarket but a great way to save money, improve the nutrition, and ensure it’s exactly to your tastes is to make your own.
Store in an airtight container in the pantry and serve with milk, yoghurt, or fresh fruit for a healthy start to the day.
Try this: Nut Free Chocolate Oat Granola (pictured above) which is packed with oats, coconut and seeds for a healthy start to the day. Serves 4.
Try this: Healthy Gluten Free Breakfast Granola (pictured below) which comes from the 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge and has NO added sugar like many of the shop bought varieties. Serves 6.
Join the 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge to access more muesli and granola recipes, including:
Muesli is naturally high in sugar and fat compared to say, Weetbix. Good fats and natural sugars still need to be portion controlled. Around 1/4 cup to 1/3 cup is ideal.
Avoid adding sweetened yoghurt, more honey, or lots more fresh fruit to an already high sugar breakfast.
Pop some muesli or granola into a jar to take out with you to work or the school run so that you can have access to a healthy breakfast even when things are hectic. another delicious muesli bar recipe!
If you are keen to follow a healthy eating meal plan, master your meal prep skills and tackle your weight – then be sure to check out our  28 Day Weight Loss Challenge.
Our 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge has been able to help thousands and thousand of mums lose weight, blast belly fat and improve their overall health through healthy eating plans and exercise programs.
To learn more about the  28 Day Weight Loss Challenge click HERE.Â