Fruits are the ultimate source of energy and essential nutrients.
Waking up to a plate of fruits can help boost metabolism and promote weight loss
Starting your day with a nutritious breakfast can provide long-lasting energy. It is a great way to start your day and also keeps you full for several hours. Therefore, it is essential to have a well-balanced breakfast with all essential nutrients. There are plenty of breakfast options to choose from. However, not many know that having fruits for breakfast can also be a great way to start the day. Fruits are the ultimate source of energy and essential nutrients.
Adding fruits to your breakfast can offer multiple health benefits including:
- Fruits can help fuel the body and provide optimal energy after waking up
- Eating fruits for breakfast can help with detoxification
- Fruits can help prevent sugar cravings
- Fibre, prebiotics and digestive enzymes can help prevent bloating, constipation and other digestive issues
- Waking up to a plate of fruits can help boost metabolism and promote weight loss
- Choosing the right fruits can help prevent early morning acidity
- Fruits are rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that can help boost heart health
Best fruits for breakfast
- Berries like blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries
- Citrus fruits like oranges, kiwi and grapefruit
- Banana, papaya and mangoes
- Apples
- Avocado
- Pears
- Watermelon
- Figs
- Pomegranate
Tips to follow
- Avoid fruits for breakfast if you have conditions like cold, allergies, cough, sinusitis, congestion, diabetes and bronchitis.
- You can eat the fruit as it is, blend it into a smoothie, make a fruit salad or add sliced fruits to yogurt or oatmeal.
- Avoid drinking fruit juices as they are deprived of fibre.
- You should have fibre-rich fruits to prevent hunger pangs later.
It is essential to eat to eat enough carbs, protein and fibre for breakfast. So, plan your meal accordingly.
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