Start your day well

Winter is closing in, making it an ideal time to start eating breakfast regularly.

The benefits of breakfast are well documented, with studies showing the first meal of the day may help your heart, digestion, bones and more to meet dietary guidelines. Let’s not forget the many tasty options that make brekkie so enjoyable.

Here are some major reasons why you should start eating breakfast or brunch if you prefer a later start:

Improves concentration and focus
When you’re hungry, it’s harder to concentrate. Your body and brain are craving nutrients, so refuel with nutritious foods such as eggs, fruits, and whole grains. Protein and carbohydrate-rich foods are especially important for improving concentration and focus.

Helps lift your mood
To avoid waking up on the wrong side of the bed, start your day with breakfast. Eating a nutritionally balanced breakfast can support brain activity that helps control emotions, moods, expectations, behaviours, decision making skills, and cognition.

Boosts your immune system
Fermented foods such as cheese and yoghurt are common breakfast choices and important to your overall immune system health. Eating cheese, yoghurt, and other fermented foods may lead to a reduced risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, and inflammation.