Good morning! Whether you're a morning person or not, a healthy breakfast helps you start the day off right. A balanced breakfast starts with good decisions. Multi-grain bread, oatmeal, or fresh fruit? We give you the list of ingredients to remember.
WHY IS BREAKFAST IMPORTANT?
After a night's sleep, your energy reserves are at their lowest. A good breakfast fuels you up for a good start. It increases your productivity and concentration at work or school.
In addition, a good breakfast takes care of a balanced energy distribution during the day and provides essential nutrients. Think of the calcium in a glass of milk and the fiber in your toast, your bowl of muesli, or fruit.
Finally, a healthy breakfast saves you the urge to snack on a high-sugar snack or wolf down large portions at lunchtime. It is better to avoid the latter two to preserve your concentration for the afternoon and your line.
WHAT IS A HEALTHY BREAKFAST?
The four pillars of a good breakfast are:
- The cereals
- Dairy products
- The fruits
- The vegetables.
A little fat is also not to be eliminated from your breakfast. And don't forget to drink well.
1. Cereals give you energy.
Grain products such as bread, oatmeal, or muesli provide you with energy, ideal for starting the day well. Choose the complete or multi-grain version, which has many more vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Forget the sweet version of muesli or breakfast cereals, and instead set your sights on the pure and unsweetened version. Do you still prefer sugar? Then add pieces of fruit; it's delicious and healthy!
2. Dairy products are abundant in resources.
Dairy products provide calcium, protein, and vitamins B2 and B12. Lean and semi-skimmed dairy products with no added sugar have priority. Think of milk or yogurt to add to your muesli or your oats, or even (fresh) cheese on your bread.
3. Fruits and vegetables are full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Fruits and vegetables bring a healthy and sweet touch to your breakfast. Chunks of fresh fruit are delicious with muesli or in your bowl of yogurt oatmeal. And why not as a garnish on your toast? It's much healthier than chocolate or jam. And yes, you read that right: vegetables for breakfast. Add pieces of pepper and tomato to your omelet or place a few slices of radish on your cottage cheese toast.
4. Choose the right fat
A hint of fat on your toast provides fat-soluble vitamins and essential fatty acids. Opt for fats high in unsaturated fatty acids such as minarine or margarine, which are low in saturated fatty acids. You recognize them because they are soft and easily spreadable, even when they come out of the fridge.
Do not forget: drinks such as water, coffee, or tea (without sugar) are also part of a balanced breakfast.
Which "breakfast" are you?
In the morning, it is impossible to swallow anything, or is there no time to have a breakfast worthy of the name?
Find out which breakfast is right for you and start your day better than ever with our personalized advice.
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