Why Breakfast is So Good for You...

Good health begins with breakfast.

Our energy levels, mood, concentration, memory, and sleep are all affected by what we eat in the morning.

But studies show that our breakfast choices can have long-term health benefits, too: risks of obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes can all be reduced and our life expectancy increased by the simple act of eating breakfast. What we eat, however, is crucial.

There’s no better way to start your day than with a balanced, nutritious breakfast packed with natural superfoods. These are foods that are nutrient-dense, with vitamins and minerals for the perfect functioning of our bodies. About 60 percent should be carbohydrates for sustained energy; another 25 percent should comprise healthy fats for great skin and to help fuel low-impact exercise, such as walking; the other 15 percent should be protein for building and repairing muscle.

Our bodies are hungry after the night’s fast, and a good breakfast provides us with nourishment, making us feel great and helping us look amazing. It also keeps us fuller for longer, so we make better choices about what to snack on and what to eat for lunch.

Research also reveals how unwise it is to go without breakfast. People who skip it will crave carbohydrates and will consume more sugary foods and beverages and less vegetables and fruit. The effects on your health soon add up.

But the best thing is that, no matter how busy you are, eating a superfood breakfast every day is easy. When you know how …