We don’t need to tell you that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. In this series, we’re asking some of Boston’s top doctors, fitness pros, and dietitians for a sneak peek into their kitchens, so we can see what’s on their breakfast table.
Rachele Pojednic’s breakfast. Photo provided
Rachele Pojednic
Claim to fame: Pojednic wears many hats. She’s a Harvard Medical School researcher focusing on physical activity interventions, has a Ph.D. in nutrition science, and is a Flywheel instructor.
What she ate: Locally made granola with almonds, plain Greek yogurt, honey, blueberries, and banana.
Why she chose it: “I think it’s super important to eat a variety of real food at each meal,” she says. “The combination of fiber-rich granola, berries, and banana gives me a burst of carbohydrates loaded with powerful plant-based phytonutrients. The nuts and plain Greek yogurt pack a protein punch and a healthy dose of fat. I try to keep added sugar to a minimum, so I just drizzle a little bit of honey on top for a touch of sweetness. This real-food breakfast gives me a surge of energy on the bike, and keeps me going throughout the morning in the lab.”