Don’t Be Afraid To Skip Breakfast
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Posted By: Nina Cherie Franklin Franklin on September 25, 2017 “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” This is an all-too-common phrase that I secretly dislike, as the supposed benefits of eating this traditional morning meal have been totally misconstrued by both health experts and enthusiasts. Skipping breakfast has repeatedly been said to increase the risk of unhealthy weight gain, obesity, and even type 2 diabetes. What most people don’t realize is that these claims are largely driven by misrepresentations of only a handful of studies linking breakfast skipping to negative side effects on blood glucose (sugar), insulin (the hormone responsible for lowering blood glucose), and metabolism (the rate at which you burn calories). While these lines of reasoning may seem relatively straightforward and somewhat believable, this isn’t at all the case. Related Article: The Important Role of Metabolism in Weight Loss The reality is, skipping breakfast actually helps your body function in ways that promote safe and effective weight loss, long-term weight management, and overall good health. I can attest to this on both a personal and professional level. For years, I’ve regularly incorporated a lifestyle of intermittent fasting, where I essentially skip breakfast on most days of the week. Instead, I’ll opt for a protein-packed, healthy, fat-rich snack for lunch (Greek yogurt with nuts) followed by a big, nutrient-dense dinner. Although I’m a pretty healthy gal who has maintained a vigorous cardio and weight lifting routine for nearly 20 years, I can honestly say that eating this way has greatly improved the way I look and feel. Related Article: Intermittent Fasting: How I Control My Weight By Eating One Meal a Day Skipping breakfast as part of an intermittent fasting lifestyle has been clearly proven to reduce body weight, body fat percentage, and waist girth. Who wouldn’t give up an inch or two of belly fat? You can also find comfort and trust me when I say that... Read the rest here: http://ninacheriefranklin.com/live-well/do... Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Any reader who is concerned about his or her health should contact a physician for advice. If you enjoyed this article, Join BlackInAmerica.com today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Nina Cherie Franklin Franklin
Scientific Researcher, UIC University of Ill at Chicago class of 2012 Member Since July 2012 |
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