From ruining your metabolism to making you grumpy and put on weight, skipping breakfast does more than what meets the eye. If that’s not enough, here’s a look at 12 reasons you absolutely shouldn’t miss out on your morning breakfast.
1. Acidity: Going without food can cause acid reflux in your body because you are actually going without food for hours on end. Eating a little something would help you keep acidity at bay.
2. Slower metabolism: When you get up in the morning your blood sugar levels are low, and food helps regularise it. Fuel your body with a hearty breakfast to keep your metabolism up.
3. Low energy levels: We all wake up with low energy levels and a groggy mood but if you skip breakfast, you deprive your brain and body of essential nutrients that makes you feel weak. You need glucose to function properly.
4. Low focus: If you are feeling grumpy and weak first thing in the morning, you’ll probably also have trouble focusing on your work. Eat well before you head out to improve your concentration at work.
5. Overall health: People who have a routine of having breakfast are comparatively healthier. Some people think it adds to the calories but eating a healthy breakfast actually helps regulate your blood sugar levels and keeps you full for longer.
6. Weight gain: Eating a healthy breakfast helps manage your weight as it keeps you full for longer and curb the need to snack on unhealthy foods.
7. Mental block: Your mind needs to function well to be alert and attentive throughout the day but if you skip breakfast your mind will lack the essential nutrients it needs to be sharp. Certain breakfasts that are rich in protein help the mind function well. So eating breakfast will actually heighten clarity and awareness.
8. Hunger pangs: When you go without breakfast, there are chances you will have to deal with hunger pangs that can become troublesome while you are at work.
9. Bad role model: A healthy breakfast habit will lead to a good lifestyle, which sets a great example for your kids.
10. Diabetes: Women are more prone to risks of diabetes and skipping breakfast makes them more prone to get type 2 diabetes.
11. Heart Disease: Skipping breakfast can also increase chances of heart disease in women along with hypertension, insulin resistance and increased blood sugar levels.
12. Nutrient deficiency: Instead of worrying about eating healthy with your busy schedule, use your breakfast to replenish lost nutrients in your body.
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