Say good morning to your body with healthy breakfast
Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper.” Is an old saying. But the lives we live today, constantly on the rush, we almost always forget to pay attention to our morning meal and grab anything that comes handy to get instant relieve from hunger. But believe it or not, a good breakfast can make or break your day. Morning meal is often called ‘the most important meal of the day’, and for good reason. As the name suggests, breakfast which “breaks the overnight fasting period”.
Studies have shown that having a healthy morning breakfast improves energy level and ability to concentrate. It can also help with better weight management and reduce the risk of heart diseases and type 2 diabetes. Most people don’t usually realise the importance of this meal, but make it a daily habit and you will feel the difference.
Here are the 5 best foods you can eat in the morning.
MASALA OMELETTE
Eggs are known to be a good source of protein. Adding vegetables like onions, tomatoes, capsicums and green chili will help you break the monotony of your taste buds. One egg contains a minimum of 6 grams of protein, therefore, they are a great start to completing your protein requirement for the day.
UPMA
The south-Indian speciality is another wholesome option. Upma is a healthy Indian Breakfast, which is a very appetizing and easy to make. Due to the fact that it is made out of semolina, it provides the body with enough energy to sustain through the day. You can savour it with sambhar, which is another anti-oxidant rich curry.
SPROUTS SALAD
Considering there many health and environmental benefits, it’s time to consider adding sprouts to your diet. Sprouts salad can be a healthy snack or side dish with your poached or boiled eggs. Enrich with dietary fiber and vitamins & minerals, sprout salad is an excellent choice to add in your breakfast.
POHA
Poha is a wholesome meal. It is a good source of carbohydrates, packed with iron, rich in fibre, a good source of antioxidants and essential vitamins and is gluten free. Due to the addition of chillies and peanuts, it brings in the perfect crunch for you to gulp down and satisfy your Indian tongue. Especially if you are on your weight loss journey.
IDLI SAMBHAR
As the combo has the perfect combination of carbs, proteins, fats, fiber and vitamins & minerals, idli sambhar is another food item which tops the list of a healthy option. If you get too bored of morning smoothies with fruit, here is a good replacement!
