It is not unusual to skip meals but you should not skip breakfast. Do you know why? Breakfast is regarded as the most important meal of the day because it sets the tone for your energy level throughout the day. Don’t be a doubting Thomas, studies prove that having something to eat or snack in the morning is highly beneficial, so don’t go on an “empty tank”.
There is a saying “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper.” Ensuring that your morning meal tapers off your calorie intake by the end of the day would keep your body in check.
These are other reasons why you should never skip breakfast:
1. Get your Body Mass Index (BMI)
Get your BMI right by breakfasting right. According to a study in the Journal of Nutrition, consuming the most calories earlier in the day is associated with a lower BMI in people below age 60. It is good for weight watchers too.
2. Be heart healthy
Your heart does not like it when you skip breakfast. A study reveals that men who skip breakfast have been shown to have a 27 percent higher risk of heart attack or heart disease than those who eat it. This is not a go-head to load up your plate with junk every morning. Choose a wholesome breakfast that has nutritional value.
3. Fights inflammation
Researchers found that skipping meals first thing in the morning could lead to an inflammation increase, which has been shown to contribute to metabolic impairment and the risk of obesity and diabetes. So start piling your plate with anti-inflammatory foods every morning. We recommend something light.
4. Get your vitamins
Breakfast-eaters get a large chunk of their daily recommended levels of nutrients during their first meal. Depending on how you choose to eat, you could also be starting your day with healthy amounts of iron and fiber. The last thing you would want to do is miss out on all of these vital nutrients just because you are skipping your morning meal. Vitamin D deficiency alone has been linked to a higher risk of cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
5. Builds the brain
Taking breakfast keeps your brain alert. Fill your body with fuel first thing and get your day started on the right foot with the right food in mind.