3. Omelets literally take only minutes to prepare: While the pan is heating, whip together eggs, milk and dried herbs. Pour into a heated nonstick pan and cook. Serve with whole-grain toast and a glass of juice. If you're trying to eat more vegetables, include last night's leftover veggies in the egg mixture.

4. Instant oatmeal made with milk takes only two minutes to prepare. For more nutritional value and less sugar, use plain oatmeal and top with your favorite fruit.

Beat the heat with these breakfasts that don't need cooking

I rarely have time or energy to cook breakfast. A cold breakfast works just as well as a home-cooked meal, and these breakfasts taste as good as they make you feel.

5. Whip up a breakfast sundae: Scoop vanilla yogurt into a bowl and top with sliced bananas, diced pineapple and strawberries. Toss a handful of chopped nuts on top, and breakfast is served.

6. Leftover pizza makes anyone clamor for breakfast.

7. Try a sandwich for breakfast -- and hold the eggs and bacon. Spread a whole-grain bagel with peanut butter and add sliced turkey or ham, or layer hummus in a pita for a healthy start to the day. Don't forget a glass of milk.

8. Whip up a breakfast smoothie: Blend milk or yogurt with fresh or frozen fruit for a quick and delicious start to the day.

Breakfast on the run

Okay, so your morning routine is so hectic you don't have five minutes to spare and you wouldn't cook breakfast even if you did. Don't worry -- you can still eat breakfast. These simple, grab-and-go meals can be eaten on the school bus, in the car or on the train. Just make sure you eat them!