A recent study found that eating a high-protein breakfast can keep you satisfied longer, so you can avoid consuming unnecessary calories throughout the day. Find some protein-packed breakfast ideas below.

Food                     Protein Amount (g)

Egg Whites (1)                                                 3.6

Canadian Bacon (2 slices)                                 11

1% Fat Cottage Cheese (1 cup)                         28

Soy Milk (1 cup)                                               8

1% Cow's Milk (1 cup)                                      8

Yogurt (plain, low-fat, 8 ounces)                       12

       Source: USDA National Nutrient Database

Veggie Breakfast Sausage (Morningstar)           10

Protein-licious AM Recipes from Diabetes Forecast

Turkey Apple Sausage                                     14

Mexicali Breakfast Eggs                                   15

Healthy Turkey Bagel Sandwich                        21

French Toast Muffins                                        11

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