Nutritionist Names Five Cereals That are Good for Breakfast

These five bowls of cereal are more beneficial for our bodies. Porridge is the healthiest breakfast food. Thanks to the content of carbohydrates, which increase energy but do not affect blood glucose levels and are not stored as fat.

Nutritionist Tetiana Titova told us which cereals are the healthiest to eat for breakfast.

“Bulgur is a grain of young wheat that has been treated with boiling water, dried, and crushed. It contains a lot of protein, iron, potassium, magnesium, B vitamins, and other substances,” the expert notes.

According to Titova, bulgur is essential for the body, especially at the beginning of the aging process.

Consuming bulgur on a regular basis improves metabolism, normalizes blood circulation, and has a positive effect on the liver. Bulgur should be steamed, not boiled.

“Rye cereal is healthier than wheat and is well suited for a healthy diet. In addition, according to research, rye has perfectly balanced amino acids,” the nutritionist notes.

In addition, according to the expert, it contains a lot of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Titova emphasizes that it is better to cook rye porridge with water, adding fruit or berries, as well as vegetable or melted butter, if desired.

“Buckwheat porridge is an indispensable cereal for those who are adopting a healthy lifestyle. Buckwheat contains a lot of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, as well as polyunsaturated fatty acids,” she said.

According to Titova, antioxidants in buckwheat also help slow down aging. The expert added that eating buckwheat has a good effect on the digestive and nervous systems, as well as the heart and blood vessels.

“Corn porridge is rich in antioxidants and also contains gluten, which helps to normalize weight,” the expert said.

Titova noted that corn grits are good for the stomach, gallbladder, and liver. In addition, the expert noted that this cereal helps cleanse the intestines.

“Millet is the slowest-digesting of the breakfast carbohydrates. It is rich in B vitamins, and regular consumption of millet normalizes fat metabolism, supports the proper functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, and has a positive effect on intestinal microflora,” the expert added.