GETTING THE BEST OUT

Having a good solid breakfast is a great start to the day. Here’s what you need to know

It is believed that around 10% of adults in the UK regularly skip breakfast, with most people saying that they don’t have the time. But breakfast doesn’t need to take ages. In fact, just setting aside a few minutes each morning to eat something nutritious and quick can really set you up for the day, keep hunger at bay and provide the calories and nutrients you need to power you through to lunch.

Eating breakfast is a great way to kick-start your metabolism. When you break the overnight fast by eating breakfast, you trigger the thermogenesis process and stimulate your metabolism. Eating breakfast also kick-starts our digestive system, which helps our body regulate blood sugar. Breakfast has also been proven to lower your risk of various illnesses, improve concentration and boost the body’s energy supply. Those who eat breakfast are more likely to make good diet choices throughout the day too. If you are starving at lunchtime, you may not make the best decisions about food.

With all of these health benefits, it makes sense to set aside a few minutes each morning to ensure that you are making the most of what breakfast can offer. Our five quick and simple breakfast ideas opposite offer inspiration when you need some super-speedy options.