Eating too muchadded sugarincreases your risk of of chronic diseases like inflammation, obesity, diabetes and heart disease.

So, these no-added-sugar choices will help keep your mornings sweet while protecting your health.

The tartness of pomegranates complements the sweet, crisp flavor of apples.

an image of the Apple-Pomegranate Overnight Oats

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For the best flavor and sweetness, consider using sweet apple varieties such as Honeycrisp, Fuji or Gala.

For a no-added-sugar breakfast, be sure to use unsweetened shredded wheat cereal.

Read the label and opt for brands that contain 0 grams of added sugar.

an image of the Shredded Wheat with Raisins & Walnuts

Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl

Plus, it tastes just like a creamsicle.

If you dont have almond milk, any other dairy or nondairy milk will work.

Golden kiwis add a lovely golden hue to the smoothie, but green kiwis work just as well.

a recipe photo of the Orange-Mango Smoothie

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This easy parfait is a great way to start your day or enjoy a midday pick-me-up!

Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar.

Feel free to leave it out if thats not your thingits just as delicious without.

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The tart pomegranate-cherry juice pairs well with crushed pineapple and creamy yogurt.

If you cant find baby kale, baby spinach will work well in its place.

Banana adds natural sweetness.

a photo of the Tropical Smoothie garnished with a kiwi slice

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Look for packaged cooked beets where the prepared fruits and vegetables are sold.

Beets are high in betalains, an antioxidant that may help decrease inflammation in the body.

Muesli is a mixture of rolled oats, nuts, seeds and dried fruit.

an image of the Banana–Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait

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It pairs well with juicy raspberries in this easy breakfast.

Its the perfect addition to creamy peanut butter and a crisp slice of fiber-rich toast.

a recipe photo of the Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry Passion Fruit Green Smoothie

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Mascarpone & Berries Toast

two tall pint glasses filled with green smoothie next to hot pink napkin

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a recipe photo of the Cherry, Pomegranate & Pinapple Smoothie

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a recipe photo of the Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

a recipe photo of the Crunchy Berry Bowl

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

a recipe photo of two cups of the Beet Smoothie

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a recipe photo of the Anti-Inflammatory Raspberry & Spinach Smoothie

Photographer: Jen Causey

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