In a world where time is of the essence, people are finding less time to sit down for a healthy breakfast. Often breakfast consists of either nothing, or a quick swig of coffee to assist with the speedy digestion of the cereal bar.
Nutritionists writhe at this very thought. A cereal bar, seriously? Generally filled with everything processed, these bars are often high in sugar and unhealthy fats. Together these ingredients work to lower our moods, brain function and energy levels. Although we get a quick energy boost once we consume these foods, this doesn’t last long and we get a rapid slump in energy.
Breakfast is a meal that breaks the fast. It can be a meal that can be thoroughly enjoyed and positively anticipated. There are so many healthy and easy options to a breakfast. Here are some ideas:
- Buckwheat pancakes with organic maple syrup and berries;
- Scrambled egg with wholemeal toast and sautéed kale (or any green leafy);
- Fruit smoothie with plain yoghurt a couple tablespoons of protein powder;
- Oats with fruit, yoghurt and organic maple syrup;
- Wholemeal toast with sautéed mushrooms and tomatoes.
These ideas are really easy and quick to prepare.
Breakfast supplies the body with a large proportion of the essential daily nutrients. As well as this, breakfast is beneficial in the following ways:
- Nourishes the brain;
- Fuels our bodies;
- According to studies, eating a healthy breakfast reduces our cravings for sweeter foods later on in the day;
- According to studies, eating a nutritious meal will benefit our children by supporting their ability to concentrate in school;
- Dieters who eat a consume a nutritious breakfast have a greater chance of losing weight as a healthy breakfast are less hungry during the day;
- Eating at random times during the day, can lead to variations in blood sugar levels. These variations can ultimately lead to diabetes or weight increase;
- Studies show that eating a nutritious breakfast can decrease the risk of diabetes.
For healthy breakfast recipes and breakfast ideas, you can contact your dietitian or nutritionist.
Originally published on Mar 08, 2013
