Breakfast provides energy for morning activities, but many friends make some mistakes when eating breakfast, especially young office workers nowadays, who often fall into some breakfast misconceptions.
Misconception NO.1: Having too lavish a breakfast
In the early morning, the human spleen is sluggish. Excessive dietary nutrition will exceed the digestive capacity of the gastrointestinal tract, making food difficult to digest and absorb. Over time, this can lead to a decline in digestive function, causing gastrointestinal diseases and obesity.
Remedy: A "good" breakfast means balanced nutrition. It is best to choose foods that are easy to digest and absorb, high in fiber, and low in fat and sugar, such as congee, milk, soy milk, noodles, dumplings, etc.
Misconception NO.2: Eating only fruit for breakfast
Many women on weight-loss plans eat only fruits like apples and bananas for breakfast to stay slim and beautiful. Although the calorie intake is low, which seems beneficial for weight loss, fruits only contain vitamins, minerals, and fiber, with very little protein and carbohydrates, which cannot meet the body's needs.
Therefore, the body will self-regulate, using up stored glycogen and protein. Over time, this may lead to dry and wrinkled skin, accelerating the body's aging process.
Remedy: Consuming appropriate dairy products and whole grains will not add too many calories but can ensure balanced nutrition.
Misconception NO.3: Drinking yogurt on an empty stomach
Yogurt is nutritious and beneficial for the intestines, making it a popular breakfast choice. However, drinking yogurt on an empty stomach not only destroys the probiotics in the yogurt due to stomach acid but also stimulates excessive gastric acid secretion. Long-term consumption may lead to gastritis and even trigger stomach ulcers.
Remedy: Eat yogurt with carbohydrate-rich foods, such as bread or pasta.
Misconception NO.4: Often having milk and eggs, or soy milk and fried dough sticks
Both are common breakfast pairings, but neither is particularly scientific. The former lacks carbohydrates and cannot provide the energy needed for the entire morning, so you'll likely feel hungry again soon after eating just them. The latter, however, is high in oil and calories, difficult to digest, and should not be eaten for breakfast more than twice a week.
Remedy: For milk and eggs, it's best to add a staple food like bread. For soy milk and fried dough sticks, eat them at most twice a week.
Misconception NO.5: Eating while walking
In today's fast-paced society, many people choose to eat breakfast on the go to save time, leading to situations where they eat while walking, or even running.
This can easily cause indigestion due to insufficient blood supply to the stomach and intestines, and may also lead to gastritis or even a prolapsed stomach.
Remedy: Wake up 15-20 minutes earlier each day, sit down calmly, and finish your breakfast before leaving home.