Weight loss and breakfast : Breakfast benefits health and can aid in weight loss
BOSTON, MA — A healthy breakfast that includes high-fiber cereal can help you lose weight and keep diabetes, heart disease, and stroke at bay — especially when the menu also includes nonfat milk and fruit.
A Healthy Breakfast –(H3)
Breakfast needn't be limited to high-fiber cereals, but wise choices are important, explains Harvard Men's Health Watch. Stick to whole-grain or pumpernickel breads for toast; opt for trans-fat-free soft margarines or cholesterol-lowering spreads that contain plant stanols. Eggs needn't be banned from the breakfast table, but are better reserved for the occasional brunch. However, in one study, men with diabetes who ate more than one egg a day had a twofold increase in cardiovascular risk. To date, there is no solid evidence that organic eggs or brands high in omega-3 fats offer any particular health benefits — and they still count as eggs.
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