Since we were kids we’ve learnt that breakfast is the most important meal of the day but is that a myth or a fact? Studies have shown that breakfast controls your food consumption across the entire day, it also directly impacts your mood, performance and concentration levels.

So how does breakfast set the pace?

Research has shown that skipping breakfast altogether will lead to more instances of feeling hungry throughout the day and ultimately will lead to snacking and larger portion consumption. So is that an excuse to gorge out on breakfast buffets?

No, as with all things, balance is key. Making sure your morning meal does not exceed 25 to 30 % of your daily caloric needs is pivotal.

Starting the day right with a good source of complex carbs (whole grain cereals, oats) will replenish your energy after an overnight fasting and will give your body the fuel it needs to rise up to the challenges of daily life. While complex carbs are the corner stone of a well-balanced breakfast that is not an excuse to pass up on lean proteins (cottage cheese, greek yogurt…) and healthy fats (avocado, raw nuts…) that help keep you full for longer.

Breakfast isn’t just about food, after a good night sleep it has probably been hours since you’ve hydrated. Water is a key component of breakfast that will help fill you with a zero caloric value and it also helps kick start your digestive system. While hydration is important, we should avoid indulging in high calorie drinks such as sweetened juices and high caloric coffee drinks.

One of the mistakes we tend to do is assume all smoothies are healthy. Packing your morning smoothie with sugars and full fat dairies is not a good way to start your day instead opt for a smoothie made of greens, fresh fruits and unsweetened low fat dairy.

While breakfast bars are a good quick way to have a meal on the go, we have to make sure that they are not packed with sugars, saturated fats and sodium.

Starting your day, the right way by using the above tips will lead to a more productive heathy day and will avoid sugar crashes and excessive snacking.

Here at Slim’n Lite we understand that you live a busy life, our team of dietitians are here to help you plan a healthy well balanced diet starting with your breakfast. Call us at 800-GETSLIM and book your meal plan today.