This week in our 52 weeks to wellness, we are going to share our favorite 15 Fast Food Breakfasts Under 5 Weight Watchers Points! We know that cooking at home is always preferable, but when you are a busy mom it is important to have an idea of a healthy alternative for those busy days. Whether this is a routine stop for you, or a rare treat for when you go out with the family, or are traveling you need to know what are good choices.
When figuring points, you also have to look at the fact that some of these meals or ideas may not be the ultimate healthy choice, but the lower point value for where you are eating. A donut is not as healthy as yogurt and fruit, but in some instances they may have the same point value. What you choose to eat is up to you, but remember that some items won't be as satisfying as others and will eat away at your daily point allowance.
15 Fast Food Breakfasts Under 5 Weight Watchers Points
McDonald's
Fruit & Yogurt Parfait (with granola) - 4 Points
Hash Brown (1 serving) - 4 Points
Panera Bread:
Orange Mini Scone - 5 Points
Triple Berry Mini Scone - 5 Points
Wild Blueberry Mini Scone - 5 Points
Summer Fruit Cup - 2 Points
Fat Free Superfruit Smoothie with Ginseng - 5 Points
Subway:
Egg White & Cheese - 4 Points
Egg White & Cheese with Ham - 5 Points
Bacon, Egg White & Cheese - 5 Points
Steak, Egg White & Cheese - 5 Points
Chick Fil A:
Multi-grain Oatmeal - 4 Points
Mix Fruit - 1 Points
Jack In The Box:
Apple Slices With Caramel - 2 Points
Mini Pancakes - 4 Points
Staying within your point ranges doesn't have to be difficult. Even when you are on the road, or in a rush headed out the door on a busy morning you can manage to have something tasty. As you can see, this sampling of popular locations has a wide variety of foods that will satisfy your cravings and needs.
While not all restaurants have it listed on their menu, many places also sell low fat yogurt, oatmeal, fruit or simple plain bagels or toast. These can all become a healthier option when other menu items are too far over your point value allowances for the day. Be mindful when eating out, and take advantage of these fast food breakfasts under 5 Weight Watchers points.
Melissa is a soccer mom who has been married to her best friend for 22 years. She loves sharing recipes, travel reviews and tips that focus on helping busy families make memories.
Joselyn Smith
McDonalds Parfait is 8 points.