Managing blood glucose levels effectively can be supported by incorporating specific breakfast foods into your daily diet.
Dr Deborah Lee, from Dr Fox Pharmacy, spoke exclusively to GB News on five key foods that stand out for their ability to help regulate blood sugar.
Dr Lee recommended that people incorporate Greek yoghurt, eggs, salmon, avocado and whole grains into their morning meals.
She said: “These have been shown to regulate the level of blood glucose.”
The doctor added Greek yoghurt is high in protein and can help the body because it contains probiotics and healthy bacteria.
Eggs are also high in protein, which Dr Lee explained is excellent for insulin resistance.
She said: “Some of the constituents of eggs, such as zeaxanthin and lutein have specific antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that have been shown in medical studies to help regulate blood glucose.
“Eggs are the best source of choline, which is a precursor of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine which has been shown to be involved in the regulation of blood glucose.”
The third food she advised is salmon with it being a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids which have potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Omega-3s can lower blood triglycerides, reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
The expert also recommended avocados as another source to reduce blood sugar levels.
She said: “Avocados are an excellent breakfast choice as they are high in protein, have healthy unsaturated fat, contain no carbohydrates and are high in fibre. In one study, eating one avocado a day was shown to improve inflammatory markers.”
The doctor advised incorporating salmon into your diet to reduce blood sugar levels
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The fifth food the doctor recommended is whole grain food such as brown bread or rice.
She said: “Whole grains are products that contain unrefined grains, and include oats, wheat, rice, barley and rye. When grains are refined, the grain is milled to remove the bran and germ. This removes a lot of the nutrients from the grain.
“Whole grains are good first thing in the morning as they have a low glycemic index, release energy slowly and are packed full of fibre, keeping you fuller for longer.”
A neurologist has also recently named it “the worst thing you can do” for blood sugar levels and sleep before you go to bed.
