High in sugar and low in nutrients, sugary cereals can spike your blood sugar levels, leading to energy crashes and cravings later.
White bread toast
White bread is made from refined flour and lacks essential nutrients and fibre content. It gives no nutrition, making it a poor choice for breakfast
Deep-fried poori
One of the most loved breakfast dishes is unfortunately high in unhealthy fats and calories. The deep-fried breakfast dish gives no nutrition and contributes to weight gain and heart issues.
Pastries & Doughnuts
Loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats, pastries, and doughnuts can lead to weight gain and poor metabolic health.
Parathas
While parathas can be healthy, those loaded with excess ghee (clarified butter) are high in saturated fats, which can harm heart health.
Packaged fruit juices
Often marketed as healthy, packaged fruit juices contain a lot of added sugars, and preservatives. They also lack the fibre of whole fruits, making them less nutritious.
High-calorie smoothies
Smoothies that are loaded with sweeteners, full-fat yoghurt, and high-calorie ingredients can contribute to excessive calorie intake and weight gain, making them a poor breakfast choice.
Pancakes with syrup
This popular breakfast dish when topped with sugary syrup, is high in refined carbs and sugars. Consuming them first thing in the morning can lead to energy crashes and weight gain.
Processed meats
Bacon, sausages, and other processed meats may look good on the plate in the morning but they are high in saturated fats and sodium, responsible for increased cholesterol levels and hypertension.
Breakfast bars
Do you crave for instant energy? Many breakfast bars promise this but they are high in sugar and low in protein and fibre, making them a poor choice for sustained energy and nutrition.