Good morning, plant lovers! It’s day 10 of the #plantPOWER challenge and today’s topic is breakfast!
…but before we get to breakfast, let’s talk workouts.
Workout
Today, I did a 48-minute makeshift yoga workout, thanks to my favorite yoga instructor, Tara Stiles! The Yoga Solution with Tara Stiles from Livestrong Woman and Tara Stiles’ YouTube Channel have awesome videos that you can do anywhere. Here’s what today’s routine looked like:
- Full Body Yoga Routine
- Intense Cardio Workout Part 1
- Intense Cardio Workout Part 2
- Yoga Burn
- Total Body Sweat & Tone
- 5-Minute Workout
This morning, my mind was racing with all sorts of thoughts and I found it really difficult to center myself and solely focus on my breath. It was so frustrating! After about 20 minutes, I was able to calm my mind with my breath and the practice ended on a high note! I felt so serene and at peace – especially after a couple of minutes of meditation. Today, I focused on forgiveness; breathing in forgiveness and breathing out any lingering animosity or anger lingering in my heart.
Breakfast
Every morning, after my workout and before enjoying breakfast, I make it a point to have 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar (ACV) with 8 oz. water. Tone It Up actually got me back into ACV (with their signature Meta-D drink), when I started incorporating a bunch of their principles into my lifestyle last year. FYI: You can read more about the Tone It Up plan here, which includes the Meta-D drink. Among many other things, I’m so grateful that Karena and Katrina reinvigorated my love for ACV!
Many of apple cider vinegar’s claimed benefits have not been scientifically proven. However, according to an article published in the British Journal of Nutrition, apple cider vinegar does have cholesterol-lowering properties, thanks to the the acetic acid. ACV is rich in amino acids, potassium and important enzymes, all of which help our bodies recover and energize us! For this reason, ACV is thought to help with digestion.
NOTE: To reap the benefits, I suggest purchasing organic, unfiltered ACV. This ensures that all of the good, fermented bacteria will be present to help with digestion. My girl Kimberly Snyder, CN, is a big fan!
Today, after ACV, I had black coffee and a few @NatureBox dried cherries. I wait about 10 minutes for my fruit to begin digesting before moving onto my beloved chocolate-peanut flour protein oats! Breakfast of champs. 
I love buckwheat! And I loooove hemp! Pairing the two is akin to sweet potato wedges and ketchup. It just works.When I flipped over the box to take a glance at the ingredient list, I let out another child-like squeal. Organic Buckwheat, Organic Brown Rice, Organic Maple Syrup, Organic Hemp, Sea Salt. For months, I’ve been on the hunt for a cereal that has simple ingredients, has generous amounts of protein and fiber, is low in sugar, and has the ability to satiate me. I know – I’m a demanding consumer!
It’s been a battle. Until now! I am over-the-moon excited about this cereal. It is amazing. This cereal maintains its crunch long after pouring the almond milk and never gets soggy! I love to toss the crispy flakes with mixed nuts for a satisfying midday snack.
Now two of you have the opportunity to win a box of your own Supergrains cereal! All you have to do is leave a comment on this post stating how you would enjoy Erewhon Supergrains cereal (sold exclusively at Whole Foods, by the way!). Extra entries for tweets and Instagram pictures of your #plantPOWER meals and snacks!
Stay lovely,
Heather
P.S. – Make sure you check out Kasey’s vlog update on how she’s feeling after going 100% plant-based this month! This girl is my soul sister and I am SO proud of her. 
Love the idea of the cereal in the trail mix as a snack! Not sure if the giveaway is open to those outside the US….but I’d use the buckwheat flakes crumbled as as part of a baked tofu crust!
I would love to try Erewhon Supergrains cereal with almond milk & berries!
I hate when cereal gets soggy, so this sounds perfect for me!
MMM, that sounds great! I would enjoy Erewhon Supergrains with almond milk and a sliced banana on top!
I drink ACV every morning with warm water, juice from half a lemon, and a few drops of stevia…it’s actually replaced coffee for me! Love it. I would love to try the Erewhon cereal, I’ve actually been intrigued since I first saw it on your blog. I used to be cereal junkie but stopped eating it because of all the crap in most “healthy” cereals. I would love to try this one because of the simple ingredients! I would eat it plain with almond milk or on top of a green (#plantPOWER!) smoothie for extra crunch
Those would be PERFECT as a “crisp” on my vegan microwave apple crisp! Even more nutritious too
That cereal looks fantastic! I would likely enjoy with some chopped up bananas and/or apples and almond milk. Or! Banana soft serve
AS a recovering cereal addict, I am so excited to hear about this product! I have been staying clear of all cereals, due to poor nutrional value. This cereal looks amazing! I would enjoy it with almond milk!
I would use the cereal in my pumpkin oats in the morning!
Those sound so delicious and satisfying!! I think I would the Supergrains cereal on top of a chocolate almond butter protein smoothie! Yum!
I recently discovered Attune cereals on my quest for the perfect cereal. And yes, this is perfect! It DOES satiate and it’s low in sugar. All the others make me hungrier. I used Attune cereals kind like a granola, mixing a little yogurt, some spices, raisins etc.
On top of greek yogurt for sure!
I would definitely top my greek yogurt with the cereal, or even stir it into some cooked oats for a little crunch!
That cereal sounds incredible! I am in need of a new nutrient-packed yet simple cereal…especially one that can hold me over through class. Oh, the life of a (journalism/nutrition) college student!
I would enjoy this tasty cereal hot with almond milk and a sliced banana mixed in!
I loved that cereal after trying it from our HLS bags! Love that it’s super grainy and gluten free! I can’t always find things that are both! I need to start doing the ACV drink in the morning! I keep hearing more and more about it and the benefits just seem too great to pass up!
OMG…feel like I’ve been waiting so long for a hemp cereal!!!! I have celiac and am vegan so finding a tasty cereal or granola that is also low sugar (my preference) and healthy has been nearly impossible. Definitely would love it for an afternoon snack with fruit or almond milk. YUM!
I’d use it in yogurt messes, and to recreate your trail mix- it looks like the perfect munchie!
Almond milk and banana-I’m a simple child.
I would pair it with homemade vanilla almond milk.
I’ve been wanting to get some of the Attune Foods cereals, but there’s no Whole Foods within a reasonable distance of my school’s campus! Tragedy, I know. If I got this cereal I’d eat it for breakfast with unsweetened almond milk and banana. And I’d probably also eat it for snacks, too… and lunch and dinner? I’m a big cereal fan these days
Cereal is my absolute favorite! I would most certainly enjoy it with almond milk and cocoa powder:) mmmm.
I love my Erewhon cereal simple! A little almond milk and a banana and I’m good to go!
MMM, this cereal sounds so tasty! I would enjoy it simply with some almond milk, walnuts, and bananas. I’m pretty demanding when it comes to what I’m looking for in a cereal also and this looks perfect:)
The better question is- how would I not enjoy this cereal?! I think it would be great in a yogurt bowl or straight out of the box!
Looks like it would be an AWESOME snack with almond milk! Love trying new things
Almond milk and frozen blueberries!
I’d love to try it with soy ice cream and bananas.
Since I live in Canada, I never tried Erewhon Supergrains cereal but I would use it as granola..
As cereal with some soy milk. YUM!
i would LOVE to try this cereal, and i haven’t seen it in the stores near me! when i do eat cereal *as* cereal, it’s with almond milk and fresh or freeze-dried fruit (apples are a fave), plus a shake of cinnamon. but after seeing your pic above, i am eager to try as a sort of trail mix, with nuts and other goodies!
That cereal sounds amazing! I would have it with almond coconut milk and pb2 mixed in!!!
I would definitely eat these w unsweetened vanilla almond milk. Straight from the box as a movie snack sounds good too!
I would use this cereal on top of my unsweetened soy yogurt for an extra crunch and maybe add some berries to that too
I’d love to mix this in with my Greek yogurt with some blueberries and strawberries too!
Tweeted too! Thank you! https://twitter.com/Serene_streams/status/256216070275338240
I’m a pretty simple gal just a regular cereal eater in a bowl of cold almond milk with a spoon!
I’d love to top my pumpkin cottage cheese mix with this cereal for a little healthy crunchy texture!
I love greek yogurt topped with cereal for breakfast
Looks like a good pairing with greek yogurt.
Ooooh looks yummy! I would most likely enjoy the cereal with almond milk and sliced banana on top, oh how I wish I had a Whole Foods near me! I hate when cereal goes soggy, so this sounds perfect, and of course I love that it’s packed full of nutrition!
Sounds perfect — I would add some to overnight oats to give the mixture a morning crunch.
I am a total cereal girl. But just how many bowls of corn flakes and cheerios can one girl have? The Erewhon Supergrains cereal looks beyond amazing! I would enjoy it with some unsweetened vanilla almond milk and some sprinkled coconut. Yum
I KNOW!!!
that buckwheat and hemp Attune is the best.ever.
I can see enjoying Erewhon Supergrains a few ways: breakfast with fruit, honey & greek yoghurt, mixed with dried fruit & nuts, tossed and carried for a trail mix snack and crushed up to use as a pankp type breading.
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I would LOVE to try this cereal! I love cereal but am trying to cut back on the processed crap that is loaded with sugar and fake additives and am trying to find a cereal that still has protein! This sounds perfect!
I have the hardest time finding a good, healthy, clean, cereal that has enough protein to keep my full for more than 30 minutes. This sounds great. I would enjoy it with almond milk and some slivered almonds. Might have to make a trek to whole foods…
That cereal looks amazing! I would love it with some Chobani, a banana, and a peanut butter spoon!
I love cereal! I would eat it sprinkled over a banana peanut butter shake.
I tried this cereal at HLS and *loved* it! it’s the first gluten free, minimally processed cereal that has a decent nutritional profile. I’m very picky about cereal, and usually just opt for simple puffed or toasted grains, but I love this erewhon buckwheat hemp variety! I’d enjoy a generous helping with some fruit, nuts, and coconut (or almond) milk for a snack or breakfast on a day when I need something quick.
I would like to mix this cereal with dried fruit & nuts and eat it like a trail mix!
I would portion out a small amount (and put the box away so I don’t consume the ENTIRE thing) and enjoy it with some greek yogurt and fresh berries
I am always looking for good gluten free cereals that are good. It would be a great afternoon snack.
with almond milk!
I would have the cereal in the morning in my 101 dalamation cup with some coconut milk. Being allergic to sugar as well as wheat/gluten this cereal seems to be perfect fit for my tummy.
Wow this looks delicious! My favourite breakfast is overnight oats (with almond or soy milk, some fruit in it, cinnamon and a few nuts). I normally put honey in it but i decided not to during the whole plant power challenge
Oooohh!! So exciting- I’m the same way about cereal…I get too addicted so I usually don’t even buy it but I would be happy to munch on this all day! And attune is such a great company as well. I’d love to crumble it on top of a smoothie for some healthy crunch
I would enjoy bake some figs with cinnamon and the supergrain cereal for a warm, cobbler-like breakfast!
Love your blog and Whole Foods. I would love to try Erewhon Supergrains cereal.
I would love to try this cereal- I saw it at whole foods the other day and was so tempted to get it! I love putting cereal on top of my green smoothies!
I would love to try this cereal mixed with greek yogurt or with almond milk! I love the short ingredient list!
This looks amazing! I love all those ingredients. This would be great with almond milk, berries, and sprinkled with powdered PB!
with some almond milk and a banana!
I would enjoy this in a traditional way for breakfast. But, mixed with nuts and dried berries would be great as a snack too!
Oh I want to try that cereal! I’ve been looking for a simple ingredient list as well for a while so I don’t feel bad when I resort to a little bowl of cereal as a treat! I often eat cereal when running late and needing a quick, no-nonsense snack!
This cereal actually sounds amazing. I’m sure it is great straight from the box trail-mix style, but atop a smoothie bowl or simply with coconut-almond milk and blueberries, hello yummy : )
All I need is some good ol’ Almond Milk to go with this great looking cereal…and maybe a banana on top
Ugh! It’s so sad that you have to search high and low for a great tasting cereal that is high in protein and fiber and low in sugar. This is the PERFECT combo. After a 60 lb. vegetarian weight loss, I have now been vegan for 2 months. Instead of focusing on weight loss, I’m now focusing on POWERFOODS, lifting, and strengthening in and out! Foods like these make that easy and fun
I’d love to have some!
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I would enjoy Erewhon Supergrains cereal the simple way with some almond milk and fruit
I would eat it straight out of the box! That’s how I roll. Haven’t tried this kind yet but looks delish!
I’d enjoy Erewhon Buckwheat and Hemp cereal sprinkled over my morning pumpkin parfait – perfect match. ^_^
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would love some cereal, try not to eat cereal often but this one sounds great and nutritious!
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