The Hidden Risks in Common Breakfasts–and How to Fix Them
Many common breakfasts are marketed as healthy, but they don't always give the body what it needs to start the day. What we eat in the morning, or whether we eat at all, can influence everything from our mood and energy to long-term health.
Problems With Common Breakfasts
The biggest concerns with common breakfast items like cereals, pastries, granola bars, or instant oatmeal packets are that they're often high in sugar and low in protein and fiber. This combination can lead to blood sugar spikes and crashes, noted Mary Curristin, a nutritionist at ART Health Solutions, in an interview with The Epoch Times.
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