“Coffee should not be consumed at breakfast”

Çankırı Provincial Health Director Dr. Hüseyin Sarıkaya gave information about making a healthy breakfast and said that coffee should not be consumed for a healthy breakfast.

Çankırı Provincial Health Director Dr. Hüseyin Sarıkaya gave information about breakfast, which is the first meal of the three basic meals. Emphasizing that drinks such as coffee containing caffeine should not be consumed for a healthy breakfast, Dr. Sarıkaya stated that tea, herbal teas, water and fruit juice would be healthier. Stating that carbohydrates and protein must be consumed for an ideal and healthy breakfast, Dr. Sarıkaya said that breakfast is not a meal to be skipped.

“Protein and carbohydrates must be consumed at breakfast, which is the first meal of the day”

Emphasizing the importance of carbohydrate and protein consumption at breakfast, Dr. Sarıkaya said, “An ideal breakfast should include whole grain carbohydrates, provide a source of protein and be supplemented with fruits or vegetables. The intensity of this breakfast should depend on age, gender and activity levels. As the first meal of the day, breakfast should include protein and carbohydrates. Eggs, yogurt, cheese, cheese, nut butter or another protein source can be consumed in the amounts recommended by nutritionists. Protein keeps you fuller for longer and is important for muscle growth. Whole grain foods can also be included in your diet at the start of the day. You can choose a whole grain breakfast such as whole grain bread, oatmeal or rye bread.”

“Drinks such as coffee containing caffeine should not be consumed”

Stating that high-sugar and caffeine-containing foods should be avoided for a healthy breakfast, Dr. Sarıkaya said, “Fluid intake is very important when starting the day. Drinks such as coffee containing caffeine should not be consumed. Instead, tea, herbal teas, water or fruit juice should be consumed. Healthy breakfasts should avoid high-sugar and caffeine-containing foods. Instead of foods containing refined sugars such as ready-made fruit juices, sugary cereals or high carbohydrate sources, you can choose naturally sweet desserts such as fruit, honey and molasses. Remember that breakfast is one of the most important meals and is essential for a healthy lifestyle.”