Eating carbohydrate-rich foods for breakfast can increase hunger, which contributes to weight gain in the long run.
Bananas are one of the most versatile and delicious fruits loved by people all over the world. They provide energy, are high in nutrients, and are affordable. However, health experts warn that bananas should not be eaten on their own for breakfast, nor should they be eaten on an empty stomach, according to the Times of India.
According to experts, bananas, among other things, contain a large amount of carbohydrates and natural sugars. Thus, fruits contribute to an increase in blood sugar levels, which negatively affects the appetite mechanisms – soon after a sweet snack on an empty stomach, a person begins to feel hungry again and look for food.
“Various studies have shown that regularly eating carbohydrate-rich foods for breakfast increases hunger and increases the risk of extra pounds in the long term,” the publication reported.
She is also the reason why eating bananas is not recommended on an empty stomach, this is the content of fruit acid in them, which irritates the gastrointestinal mucosa. When consumed on an empty stomach, any fruit (bananas are no exception) can cause serious digestive problems.
Do not forget that bananas are high in magnesium. Eating them on an empty stomach can cause an imbalance between calcium and magnesium in the blood, with subsequent adverse effects on the cardiovascular system.
What is the best way to eat bananas? Experts advise eating them along with other foods to balance carbohydrates and sugar.
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“As a high-fiber and carbohydrate-rich food, it is useful to combine bananas with healthy fats and a good source of protein. Bananas go best with peanut butter or a boiled egg.”
Alternatively, they can be added to oatmeal, eaten with almonds and walnuts.
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Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote about what foods are good to eat for breakfast to lower cholesterol.
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