Common Indian Breakfasts and their Pro’s/ Con’s:
1.Chai with rusk: No fiber and protein so its not satiating and you will feel hungry in no time. High in saturated fats that will spike your cholesterol and LDL levels with time. High in sugars, will spike sugar levels and later crash. This leads to fatigue, poor concentration, and increased hunger mid-morning.
2.Dosa with boiled eggs: Made with urad dal and rice its an excellent source of complex carbs and has a low GI due to fermentation process and is a source of B vitamins. Eggs add a rich source of protein and health fats. It helps giving good cholesterol in the body and “choline” that helps improve memory and brain health.
3. Misal pav: Although the sprouted beans are super healthy for you, the combination of farsaan, white bread and excess oils added while making the dish, make it an unhealthy breakfast option. Low protein and healthy fats therefore not satiating and you will feel hungry again in some time.
4. Greek yogurt and fruit: Greek yogurt is high in complete protein, rich in calcium, probiotics, B12, and iodine. Low in carbs and sugar. When paired with whole fruit, the natural sugars from fruit are buffered by the protein and fat in yogurt, reducing blood sugar spikes.
5. Bread butter and jam: White bread and jam are just refined carbs and refined sugar. This combination causes rapid spikes in blood glucose and insulin, followed by energy crashes, irritability, and hunger soon after. Contributes to insulin resistance and is especially unsuitable for prediabetics, diabetics, or those with PCOS.
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