They don’t call breakfast “the most important meal of the day” for no reason. Having breakfast kickstarts our metabolism for the day and gives us the energy boost we need to get through the day until our next meal.
Sadly, not all foods are created equal. While it can be tempting to reach for whatever is convenient and tasty such as your favourite greasy hawker food, sugary cereals, and thickly spread Nutella bread, that’s not the best option for breakfast.
Instead, we recommend you aim for something healthy to start your day off.
What makes a healthy breakfast, though?
If you’re scratching your head trying to figure out what exactly makes a breakfast “healthy”, you’re not alone. Jaclyn Reutens, a dietitian at Aptima Nutrition & Sports Consultants, explains: “A nutritious breakfast is one that gives you the energy to kickstart your day. Ideally, it should contain slow-release carbohydrates with lean protein and fibre. As a guide, it can have 250 to 500 calories, seven to 15 grams protein, at least three grams fibre and less than 10g fat.”
With that in mind, here are some healthy breakfast options, including what exactly makes them good for the body. The best part is, they’re easy to make at home or readily available at supermarkets or a coffee shop/hawker centre near you. Don’t worry, we’ve factored in your favourite teh c and kopi!