By Jasmine Kaur
Since it is the first meal of the day, it requires utmost attention in terms of nutrition, timing etc. Here are some tips to ace it like a pro.
Skipping breakfast is a common but unhealthy habit as it lowers the metabolic rate and you end up eating energy-dense, unhealthy foods instead.
Like every meal or task of the day, breakfast should be had on time too. It is recommended to have it within 2 hours of waking up in the morning and half an hour post workout.
Eating sugar-rich fruits for breakfast and then grabbing some toast after that? Not a good idea as the salt would inflame the sugar in the stomach.
Simply having bread butter won’t suffice. You need to add protein-rich foods like eggs to your diet to keep up the energy levels.
Who said all carbs are bad? Complex carbs like quinoa, oats, grain bread etc. take time to break down and release energy slowly throughout the day.
Maple syrup loaded pancakes, banana bread and muffins aren’t the most ideal breakfast choice. Cut down on these are they quickly drain the energy, leaving you unsatiated.
Planning beforehand what you want to eat for breakfast next morning is a good idea. It helps to avoid chances of eating packaged, frozen food in a hurry.
In certain cases where you have absolutely no time and have to rush, keep a trail mix of nuts and seeds handy. You can eat this on the go.