03/05/2022
Breakfast is the first meal of the day eaten after waking up, usually in the morning.
If you divide this compound word into two parts, you'll see it's made up of “break" and “fast." To fast means to go without food. So “breakfast" means to break the fast you've been observing since you went to sleep the night before!
In my understanding, breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
After a long night of sleeping, your fuel tank is on empty. Like a car won't run without gas, your body won't function right without its fuel: food!
Eating anything is better than going without any food at all, it's a good idea to fuel your body with healthy foods to start the day.
The best way to start your day is with a well-balanced breakfast that gives your body the nutrients it needs. Eating a wide variety of foods can help you achieve this balance.
A good breakfast throughout the week will include all sorts of different foods, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy products. Some common breakfast foods that you might consider are whole-grain cereals, toast, pancakes, waffles, bacon, eggs, milk, yogurt, oatmeal and fruits, like blueberries and strawberries. In fact, any food available ranging from rice, plantains, yam, beans, even "swallow" and soup can be used as breakfast. Just ensure that it's soft and lightweight.
Even if you're in a hurry, it's best not to skip breakfast. Skipping breakfast leaves you feeling tired and very hungry later. This often leads to overeating throughout the rest of the day, which can be unhealthy. Instead of skipping breakfast, grab something quick on the run, such as yogurt, a muffin or a piece of fresh fruit.
Try to avoid foods high in sugars, fats and calories.
*BENEFITS OF BREAKFAST*
🔴Improves memory and concentration levels.
♡Improves mood and lower stress.
♡Helps children's academic performance.
♡Helps maintain healthy weight.
♡Helps in the management of obesity, high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
@ Dtn Ubong DAVID