5 Reasons Why You Should Eat Breakfast

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of belVita for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.

Breakfast is a must for all of us.  It is the most important meal of the day.  A nutritious breakfast is very important for our health and weight management, but not having it at all is the worst option.  5 Reasons why you should eat breakfast: burns fat, keeps blood sugar even through the day, helps to fight daytime cravings, lower incident of heart disease, keeps our brains sharp, helps with concentration and productivity.

Eating in the morning is just a matter of habit. Taking 10 minutes to make and eat some nutritious food in the morning can be simple. Fresh fruits, oatmeal, whole grain breads with low-fat cheese, or hard-boiled eggs are just some of the quick and nutritious breakfast options, which will not take much of your time, however can make a great difference in your health, mood, and looks.

Choosing nutritious options for breakfast is important for achieving optimal health.

Protein, Fiber and Whole Grains make for a breakfast that will keep you energized and sharp throughout the day.

Protein in the morning will jump-start your metabolism and make you feel fuller longer helping to avoid those mid morning temptations and cravings.

Fiber from fruits, vegetables and whole grains is important for digestion. Men should consume 38 grams per day and women should get 25 grams, including soluble and insoluble fiber. Three grams of soluble fiber in the diet can have cholesterol-lowering effects.

Many breakfasts are full of carbohydrates, so this is the perfect time to make those whole-grain choices. Whole grains are rich in the B vitamins thiamine, riboflavin and niacin, which provide energy.  To keep you marching through your day.

5 Reasons Why You Should Eat Breakfast.

1. Starting your morning with breakfast will boost your metabolism and keep your blood sugar levels stable during the day.

2. A morning meal helps energize your body, keeping you active and productive until lunch.

3. A nutritious breakfast reduces risk for overeating and cravings later in the day.

4. Eating breakfast has been associated with a lower incidence of heart disease.

5. A morning meal is necessary not only for your body but for the brain as well. Eating a nutritious breakfast helps improve your concentration and productivity.

Thanks to belVita Breakfast Biscuits even when we are running out the door and short on time we do not need to skip breakfast.  belVita offers many delicious varieties of breakfast biscuits.

belVita Breakfast Biscuits provide 4 hours of nutritious, steady energy in quality, energy-packed carbohydrates. They are a great source of whole grain and are part of a complete breakfast that includes fruit and low-fat dairy.  They also offer choices of soft or crunchy to suit your eating preference.  

My favorite variety is the Banana Bread with a big old cup of coffee.

DON’T MISS: belVita is having a sampling event at Meijer on 1/23/16 from 8am to 2pm for shoppers to try some of their many varieties listed below.  

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