Even if you follow a healthy morning routine—limiting sugar and caffeine, staying active, and hydrating—your cholesterol levels may still be creeping upward. The reason could be a surprisingly common habit that many people overlook: skipping or delaying breakfast.
How Breakfast Affects Cholesterol
Research shows that consistently skipping breakfast is linked to higher LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglyceride levels, which are risk factors for heart disease. When you delay eating after waking, your body enters a prolonged fasting state that can:
Disrupt Lipid Metabolism: Without morning fuel, your liver may produce more cholesterol to supply energy to your body.
Increase insulin Resistance: Skipping breakfast can cause blood sugar spikes later in the day, leading to higher triglycerides and fat storage.
Trigger Overeating Later: Missing breakfast often results in consuming more calories and unhealthy foods at later meals, further contributing to cholesterol imbalance.
How to Fix It
Eat a Balanced Breakfast: Include high-fiber foods like oats, whole grains, fruits, and protein sources such as eggs or yogurt.
Include Heart-Healthy Fats: Nuts, seeds, and avocados provide healthy fats that support good cholesterol (HDL) and overall heart health.
Maintain Consistency: Try to eat breakfast around the same time daily to regulate metabolism.
Bottom Line
Even with careful attention to your morning habits, neglecting breakfast can quietly contribute to rising cholesterol levels. By making breakfast a consistent, balanced part of your routine, you can help stabilize cholesterol, support heart health, and maintain overall energy throughout the day.
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