The Best of…

With the overwhelming number of products available in grocery stores, it can be difficult to choose the right back-to-school breakfast for your family. It’s actually simple. Bread, yogurt, and cereal are the basic must-haves when
planning a healthy back-to-school breakfast. Follow these “Best Of” guidelines to help you find your favorites!

The Best of… Cereal
Cereal is a great way to start your day! Whole-grain cereals provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Things
get even better when paired with the calcium and vitamin D from a low-fat or fat-free milk. Here are your
guidelines for choosing a “Best Of” cereal:

• At least 3 grams of fiber per serving, even better if it’s 5 grams or more
• Less than 9 grams of sugar per serving, or less than 16 grams if the cereal contains fruit
• Whole grain as the first ingredient (the first word under ingredients should say “whole”)
  

Try ShopRite Oatmeal, ShopRite Toasted Oats, ShopRite Shredded Wheat, and ShopRite Bran Flakes
Also try Kashi Go Lean, Multigrain Cheerios, Total cereal, Weetabix Crunchy Flakes

The Best of… Bread
Bread can easily serve as the base for an on-the-go breakfast. Spread it with your favorite nut-butter, top with
scrambled eggs or even low-fat cream cheese for a delicious a.m. treat! Here are your guidelines for choosing a
“Best of” bread:

• Made with 100% whole grain (Scan the ingredients to be sure the bread is made with 100% whole-grain flour.)
  
• At least 2 grams of fiber per slice
  
• 100 calories or less per slice (notice the size of slices: thick, thin, small, or large)
  

Try ShopRite 100% Whole Wheat, Arnold 100% Whole Wheat or Flax and Fiber, Wonder 100% Whole Wheat

The Best of… Yogurt
Yogurt is considered a “functional food” because it contains naturally occurring probiotics -- bacteria that help
promote healthy digestion, plus it provides you with essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D. Even people
with lactose intolerance are often able to tolerate yogurt in moderation. Some yogurts (those not containing
artificial sweeteners) can be high in sugar, due to the naturally occurring milk sugar (lactose). However if choose
wisely, yogurt’s benefits far outweigh its risks. Try it in a smoothie or topped with fresh fruit and cereal for
breakfast! Here are your guidelines for choosing a “Best of” yogurt:

• 1.5 grams or less of saturated fat
• 25 grams or less of sugar per 6 ounce serving (look under ingredient list for added sugars -- fruit and dairy
  provide natural sugar) *if you choose a light variety, it will contain less sugar, however it will also contain artificial sweeteners
• 180 calories or less per 6 ounce serving
• At least 200mg of calcium
  

Try StonyField yogurt varieties, Dannon Fruit on Bottom, Chobani Greek Yogurt

Next week stay tuned for more Best Of frozen meals, canned soups, and salty snacks!

For more tips, information and healthy recipes, visit the health and wellness section of ShopRite.com