What foods should you avoid for breakfast?

We all grew up with the belief that cereals were true breakfast allies. A few decades later, we know that this ultra-processed food can actually harm your health if consumed daily. But are there others? As you can imagine, the answer is yes. Here are some.

Fruit juices

This isn’t the first time we’ve talked about it, but a little reminder is never child’s play: It is better to eat a fruit than drink its juice, even when it is freshly squeezed. Rich in fiber and vitamins, the fruit is a small energy bomb for the body. However, when it is pressed, the oxidation process causes it to lose its vitamins almost immediately, and the fiber it contained is reduced to zero. In essence, this fruit that is so interesting for the body becomes, pure and simple, sugar..

Cereals or granola bars

Although it is a real pleasure to eat them, unfortunately cereals and other sweet bars are not recommended. Very rich in sugar and hyperprocessed, they cause blood sugar levels to skyrocket and are very satiating. Result? We get hungry very early in the morning and end up snacking so we can last before noon.

Sweet coffee

Rest assured, there is nothing wrong with drinking coffee. What is a problem, however, is the sugars added to these drinks. The latter cause spikes in blood sugar which, as in the case of cereals, prove counterproductive. On the other hand, be careful, drinking coffee is absolutely not bad for your health! A study published in the journal Annals of internal medicine he assures it people who drink unsweetened coffee have it 21% less risk of death early. So don’t hesitate!

Hyperprocessed foods

Industrial waffles and pancakes are hyper-processed foods, which means they are often high in sugar, preservatives and saturated fat. An explosive cocktail for the body. But meats like sausage or bacon aren’t any better, as nutritionist Jenna Hope explains on UK charm :

“Bacon, sausages and other processed meats are high in saturated fat and may contain additives and preservatives. Their regular consumption can contribute to heart disease and other health problems. »

Croissant type desserts

Certainly pastries and other pastries are great to enjoy. Unfortunately, they don’t really embody the ideal breakfast. For what ? Simply because they are rich in refined carbohydrates and added sugars. Of course, they can give you a quick boost of energy, but it’s often short-lived.

But then, what is the ideal breakfast?

The ideal breakfast should include carbohydrates, proteins, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. A mixture that is obtained by tasting foods such as eggs, avocado, Greek yogurt, oat flakes or even red fruits (except cherry, which is very loaded with sugar). Now that you know, you’ll look at your granola bar differently…

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