As you may already know, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s always a good idea to start your morning right with a well-balanced, nutritious meal. Not only does eating breakfast provide you with the vitamins and nutrients that your body needs, but it also boosts your energy and improves your overall mood.
Mornings are always quite a rush, which is why for many of us, breakfast almost always seems like an afterthought. More often than not, we opt for meals that are quick and easy to prepare. Take for example, breakfast sandwiches. You only need a few ingredients, plus you could eat them while you’re on the go.
But what kind of breakfast sandwich exactly is the worst for your health? We asked Dr. Amy Lee, board certified doctor in internal medicine, medical nutrition and obesity medicine and partner of Nucific to find out. Keep reading as she shares what breakfast sandwich you should steer clear of, as it puts you at risk for heart disease.
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich
Before anything else, Dr. Lee emphasizes that it is so important to start your day with a great, hearty breakfast. However, when it comes to breakfast sandwiches, she believes that an English muffin breakfast sandwich with ingredients like egg, ham, bacon, and cheese has the least nutritional value. Similarly, she mentions that a buttery biscuit or croissant sandwich is also something you should avoid.
When asked about what makes a healthy breakfast sandwich, she pointed out two key components: good proteins and a bit of fiber. She explains, "Not only will it give you a good boost of energy, but it will keep you fuller, longer."
Dr. Lee adds, "You can very well replicate the same idea but use the '[healthier]' version of everything. What I like to use is a good sprouted bread vs the good ole English muffin, and one or two caged free eggs (those with the bright orange yolk)." She recommends, "Replace the bacon or ham with a leaner turkey sausage, [top] with a good piece of cheese, [and] even throw in a little bit of spinach for that boost of vitamins and minerals."
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