Why is breakfast the most important meal of the day?

Why is it called breakfast?

Overnight, our body is at rest and considered to be “fasting”. With breakfast, we are basically breaking the fast – that’s why it’s called breakfast. It’s the first meal of the day and the most important one too.

Why is breakfast so important?

Before breakfast, we spend a long time without eating! So, if we don’t eat in the morning, our body won’t get the energy and nutrition required for the day ahead. That’s why it’s so important to have a good and timely breakfast. A nutritious breakfast not only sets the tone for the whole day, it also recharges our body with the fuel that it needs.

When should you have your breakfast?

Normally, when we wake up in the morning, our body’s blood sugar levels are very low. So, when we eat breakfast, our metabolism & blood sugar level receive a positive boost. When we eat our breakfast within an hour of waking up, our body remains safe from a complete blood sugar crash.

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Breakfast can help you manage your weight

People who don’t eat breakfast or eat it around lunchtime are known to be hungrier compared to people who eat breakfast in the morning. They end up consuming higher amounts of sugar and fatty snacks, which can directly contribute to their weight. So, if you care about your waistline, don’t skip breakfast.

Breakfast improves our brain function

Breakfast restores the glucose level in our blood after an overnight fast, which is required for our brain to function properly. People who eat regular breakfast have improved memory and concentration levels. Having breakfast can also improve our mood, and reduce stress and anxiety levels.

Long-term benefits of breakfast

People who regularly eat their breakfast on time,  also enjoy long-term health benefits like less risk of obesity and lower blood sugar and blood pressure levels.