They say it’s the most important meal of the day, but with hectic work schedules and getting the kids out the door for school, it’s easy to skip breakfast altogether. But for an energy boost to kick off the day, eating breakfast is an important meal, especially if you’re on a mission to lose weight. Dietitian Susie Burrell weighs in on the importance of breakfast and her top tips to help on those busy mornings.

Eating Breakfast Helps Control Your Appetite For The Rest Of The Day
Breakfast is when we literally break our overnight fast and Susie says going for a fibre-rich option is the way to go.
“It fuels the body and the brain for the day ahead and helps to control your appetite throughout the day. Not having the right start to the day can have a knock-on effect to concentration levels and productivity.”
When it comes to weight loss, it comes down to a mix of factors though eating a healthy, balanced diet and exercising regularly is a good place to start. But if you think skipping breakfast is a good way to skip a few kilos, think again.
“While there is some evidence that an extended overnight fast can be beneficial for weight loss, this is only for a specific group of people,” says Susie.
“For the average person, starting the day with a nutritious breakfast relatively early in the day, helps to boost your metabolic rate which supports weight loss. Eating a well-balanced breakfast can also help to control appetite later in the day and the propensity to seek out extra snacks throughout the morning.”
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Mornings are tough and it’s hard to think up some delicious, healthy recipes before you’ve even had a coffee. So what are some good, quick brekkies that can be whipped up in no time?
Susie says that there are many different ways to still get through the mornings and make sure you’re getting your breakfast without having to make a meal on the stove. Here are 5 quick and healthy breakfast ideas to try: