People over 40 should avoid low-fiber refined foods, nutritionists say.
Breakfast food choices affect weight , waist size and health status. According to She Finds, after the age of 40, this influence becomes especially significant. Nutritionists who spoke on its pages advised people of this age to stop eating certain types of foods for breakfast.
We are talking about refined products containing very little or virtually no fiber. Examples include baked goods and other products made from white flour, instant cereals.
“Fiber supports gut health, helps regulate blood sugar levels, and keeps you full longer—all of which promote healthy weight loss. Processed grain products that lack it are a poor choice for overall health, especially if you need to shed a few pounds,” the nutritionists explained.
According to one of them, Dr. Allison Sizemore, all kinds of sugary cereals are a particular health hazard. Eating them leads to a jump in blood glucose levels, and regular breakfasts from such foods make the body resistant to insulin, prone to weight gain and type 2 diabetes.
A list of foods that prevent overeating has been named
The nutritionist gave advice: if a product without fiber is used, it should be combined with protein or a product containing fiber – this avoids sharp spikes in blood sugar. MedikForum.ru wrote about why it is very important to get enough vitamin D in diabetes.
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