Manyfast-food restaurantsoffer a breakfast menu, but not all are created equally.
With options like these, it can be tough to navigate a breakfast menu with weight loss in mind.
When ordering McDonald’s breakfast, there are a few tips to keep in mind.
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First, check out the calories.
Next, limit added sugar.
Lastly, pack your own produce.
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This sandwich also provides 2 grams of fiber, helping to promote satiety.
You’ll get 13 grams of protein and 1 gram of fiber in this breakfast option.
This will also bring down the calories to 250 without cutting fiber.
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Skipping the cheese will save you 50 calories and several grams of fat.
It will also reduce protein a bit, but that’s a healthy trade for less saturated fat.
In fact, thesmall latte at McDonald’sprovides 7 grams of protein.
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Bump that to a medium, and you’ll get 10 grams of this filling nutrient.
Black coffee is a source of antioxidants and is a reasonable addition to your meal.
Skipping just the syrup saves180 calories, and foregoing the butter can save another 70.
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This brings your meal to around 520 calories.
While this may be too much for some, it could work well for others.
To further bring down calories, have only two of the pancakes.
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Share the other one, or dip it in Greek yogurt for a balanced snack later in the day.
This helps support your weight loss goals while providing a hearty breakfast.
Your meal comes with an egg McMuffin, a small coffee, and hash browns.
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Have only half the hashbrown to save 70 calories without taking away much fiber or protein.
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