5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Skip Breakfast

Aug 27, 2024, 07:00 IST

Anushtha Miglani

Breakfast is the meal that breaks overnight fast in the morning. The fast gets extended for the people who tend to skip breakfast regularly. Skipping breakfast regularly without a proper diet plan might harm the body.  

Disruption in Hormone Levels

According to the Endocrine Society, fasting for too long results in a drop in blood sugar levels and, also lowers hormone levels causing hormone imbalance.

Low Energy Levels

Upon waking in the morning, the blood sugar levels are generally low and by skipping breakfast, you might experience fatigue.

Increased Risk of Heart Conditions

Skipping meals is dangerous for the heart. A 2019 analysis in the American Journal of Cardiology concluded that people who skip breakfast are at a higher risk of heart disease.

Slows Metabolism

Skipping breakfast regularly in the hope of losing weight will take you away from your health goals. On the other hand, eating breakfast regularly provides the body with the required energy and is also a suitable option for sustainable weight loss.

Increases Cravings

Skipping breakfast and increasing the fasting time will lead you to experience more intense cravings throughout the day. This is because the body tries to catch up on the nutrients missed from the meals taken later in the day.

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