Breakfast

Studies have found that those who eat breakfast are more likely to meet their daily recommended nutrient in comparison to those who skip breakfast.

Breakfast foods are often rich in essential vitamins and minerals, including folate (fortified in bread), calcium (dairy products), B vitamins (found in wholegrains, nuts, seeds, dairy products) and fibre (especially in wholegrain products).

Blood sugar levels are linked to the production and release of appetite hormones.

People who have breakfast are found to have more stable blood sugar levels, which helps increase satiety levels. This improved regulation can lead to better appetite control, making it less likely for you to experience cravings and reach for those high-fat, sugary or salty snacks later in the day – especially when hunger peaks!

Simply put, A nourished brain is a happy brain!

Glucose, derived from carbohydrate foods, is your brain’s main source of energy. During long periods of fasting, such as sleeping, your body continues to break down the foods you’ve eaten into glucose, releasing it throughout your body to keep bodily functions going. By morning, your glucose levels may be depleted, leaving you feeling sluggish or lower on energy (think about days where you really crave for something sugary for breakfast!).

Eating breakfast helps replenish energy stores, which is especially important for your brain – giving you the mental boost you need to start first period class!

Numerous studies have shown that eating breakfast can positively impact memory, concentration and mood. Alongside glucose from your morning toast or cereal, other breakfast foods also provide brain boosting nutrients. For example, fruits and vegetables provide vitamin C and magnesium, while nuts and seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These essential nutrients support the production of ‘happy hormones’ like serotonin and also protect our brains from inflammation and stress.