We've all been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but one health expert has urged people to ditch these popular breakfast items due to the high sugar content. Gut health expert Chris Dubberley, from Incontinence Shop, has revealed what can happen to your gut health if you consume too much sugar at breakfast - and what items to avoid. This includes one of the most popular breakfast drinks, which is causing havoc to your gut.
High-sugar breakfast foods can do more harm than good for our bodies warns Chris, and can cause mid-morning hunger cravings. "One of the most famous breakfast menu items - orange juice - wreaks havoc on our gut health and sets us up for a terrible morning. Orange juice has a surprisingly high sugar content, comparable to fizzy drinks like Coke," Chris explained.
Breakfast bars are a popular option for those who need to eat something on the go, but Chris said they aren't as healthy for you. Despite being convenient, they are "packed with added sugars and artificial ingredients" and instead advised to look for bars with minimal additives, or to even make your own using whole grains, nuts and dried fruits for a "fibre-rich and gut-friendly snack." "Marketing campaigns mislead us into thinking that a sweet start to the day is ideal, but sugary cereals and pastries can do more harm than good for our gut.
That isn't to say that there aren't healthy breakfast choices that can incorporate natural sugars to satisfy that morning sweet tooth..