What do you do first thing in the morning? Do you have breakfast first thing? No matter where you choose to have breakfast, that’s fine, as long as you are having a healthy breakfast & morning routine to set you up for the day.
Eating a healthy breakfast gives you more energy and can help in terms of weight management? Yes, you read it right. If you are doing a workout or exercise, it is recommended that you eat a healthy breakfast or snack before doing any exercise to ensure the improvement of activity performance and will give you more energy for your workout. Eating a snack or protein rich smoothie after a workout will also give your body the fuel it needs to recover from your workout and minimise any muscle soreness or damage. In short, eating a healthy breakfast gives both your brain and muscles the energy requires in doing physical activities and ensures that you have enough energy throughout the day. Studies show that there is a lot of health benefits that you will get when eating a Healthy breakfast compared to just eating lunch or dinner. It helps reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and even obesity. Not just that, it can also boost your mood. Skipping breakfast can also affect your mental performance, and energy levels, meaning that you might feel inattentive, can forget easily, or even lose focus or concentration.
So, starting your day by eating a healthy breakfast will help replenish your blood sugar levels and energise your body and brain. Always remember that balance is the key! Making eating breakfast a routine with the right balance of carbohydrates and protein can help fuel your daily workout program. By doing that, you are on the right track to a healthy living lifestyle. We’d love to help out with healthy smoothie or healthy breakfast recipes. Just reach out and we’d love to chat.