Like a King?

"Sure, you should treat breakfast like a king, other leader or mentor - with respect and as a matter of priority," says Dr. Aggarwal, "But focus more on substance and nourishment than on size."

Karunakaran adds this very interesting Ayurvedic logic:

The strength of your digestive fire follows the rhythm of the sun: it is gentle in the morning, peaks at noon, and dims by evening. That's why it makes sense to eat a light to moderate breakfast. Eating breakfast like a king is like asking a candle to cook stew for a party!

So, raise a (whole wheat) toast to breakfast, and have a great day.

Breakfast, Spa Style:

What you need: 

Golden Door Muesli with Yoghurt and Fresh Fruit
(courtesy the Golden Door Spa, Escondido, California)
Makes approx. 3-4 servings (~240-300 calories/serving)
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 Tablespoons honey
1/2 cup grated red or green apple, unpeeled
2 tbsp diced dried figs
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 Tbsp grated orange zest
1 cup plus 2 tbsp low-fat yoghurt
1 1/2 cups mixed chopped fruits, such as apples, pears, peaches, plums, half banana, and/or berries

How you make it: 

i. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Farenheit.

ii. Toast the oats for 15 minutes on a rimmed baking sheet. Remove from the oven and add the almonds.

iii. Using a metal spatula, stir the mixture well.

iv. Return to the oven for about 5 minutes longer, or until the almonds begin to turn golden.Drizzle with the honey, stir well, and back for about 5 minutes longer, until the mixture is fragrant and golden. Transfer to a large bowl and cool.

v. Add the grated apple, figs, cinnamon, and the orange zest, tossing to combine. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

vi. To serve, spoon into bowls and top with the yoghurt and fresh fruit.

Bon Appetit!