Put down that bowl of sugary cereal.
Thankfully, this is pretty easy to accomplish.
Read on to learn about what foods you should never eat for breakfast, if you could help it.
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Prolongedelevated cholesterol levelscan contribute to atherosclerosisor plaque build-up on veins and arteriesa condition commonly associated with cardiovascular disease.
Minimally processed, plant-based alternatives, like tempeh or tofu bacon, are also great grabs.
Refined carbohydrates like French toast are detrimental in the morning because they tend to lackfiber.
Thankfully, French toast is pretty easy to improve the health benefits of.
Both options will leave you more nourished and satisfied.
However, these recipes often encourage homecooks to utilize plain yogurt.
Plus, the fermentation process involved in making yogurtconverts some of its saturated fatinto heart-healthy unsaturated fat.
Pair this with your favorite milk of choice and fruit for added fiber (and staying power).
Biscuits and Gravy
As a cherished breakfast dish down south, biscuits and gravy are certainly delicious.
However, theyre more likely to have you crawling back into bed than tackling your day head on.
Buttered Toast
And our final breakfast food to enjoy on a more occasional basis is buttered toast.
