Abstract:
Essential nutrients like folate, calcium, iron, B vitamins, and fiber can all be found in foods often eaten for breakfast. Many of the day's essential nutrients can be found in your morning meal. Those that eat breakfast have more likely to consume enough of the nutrients they need throughout the day. Even though your organs can typically find adequate power to get you through until your next meal, you should still make sure you're getting enough of the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients you need to stay healthy and energetic. Glucose is the fuel for the body. Carbohydrates are metabolized and absorbed into glucose. Fat is the primary means by which the body stores energy. However, the body also stores glucose as glycogen, primarily in the liver but also to a lesser extent in the muscles. The liver breaks down carbohydrate and releases it into the bloodstream as glucose to maintain steady blood sugar levels when fasting (without eating), such as overnight. Your brain needs glucose nearly exclusively for energy; therefore, this is crucial. Skipping breakfast might leave you feeling lethargic and unable to concentrate. The lack of glucose (the fuel your brain uses to function) is to blame. According to research, skipping breakfast can have a negative impact on your cognitive abilities. Some activities may seem more challenging than they actually are. Regular breakfast eaters, whether they're kids or teenagers, outperform their counterparts who don't eat breakfast in terms of school success.
Page(s):
205-205
DOI:
DOI not available
Published:
Journal: Abstract Book on International Conference on Food and Applied Sciences (ICFAS-23) 3-5 August 23, Volume: 0, Issue: 0, Year: 2023