Breakfast at 7:11 AM: The new weight loss secret
What we eat in the morning greatly affects our mood, energy levels, and subsequent food choices. That's why dietitians often remind us to start the day with a nutritious meal. Scientists have now examined breakfast from another angle, and you can already set your clock. They've designated the most beneficial time for it.
It turns out that when it comes to breakfast, the question of "what" is just as important as "when." Until recently, it was recommended to eat breakfast within about two hours of waking up. However, scientists have now determined a precise time, down to the minute, that is best for this first meal of the day.
Weight won't go up
Scientists from the University of Murcia in Spain conducted studies revealing that the best time for breakfast is just after 7 AM, specifically at 7:11 AM Eastern Time. For those who don't get up so early, breakfast can be eaten until 10 AM, but preferably between 8 and 9 AM. The key is to eat the first meal no later than two hours after waking up. This is significant.
The researchers noted that eating breakfast at the designated time helps regulate a healthy appetite and stabilize blood sugar levels throughout the day. When blood sugar levels drop, feelings of hunger, increased appetite, and a tendency to overeat arise. This study primarily considered the benefits associated with losing weight. Furthermore, scientific analyses suggest that subsequent meals be scheduled around 12:38 PM (lunch) and 6:14 PM (dinner).
No more snacking
Research shows that at least 10 percent of us do not eat breakfast. Meanwhile, those who do often don't stick to a set time. Sometimes, it's hard to determine whether the first meal is still breakfast or lunch. The ARC Market and Opinion Research Institute indicated that one in four eats their first meal only after noon. Only half of us eat breakfast between six and eight in the morning, while nearly 33 percent do so after 10 AM. This is concerning.
Experts emphasize that morning meals are important for our hormonal balance and metabolism. What we eat at the beginning of the day affects our sense of fullness. A nutritious breakfast eaten in the morning keeps hunger hormones in check and makes us feel full and satisfied for longer. Therefore, snacking is out of the question.
