When we think of a "healthy" breakfast, we often fall into the trap of foods that appear to be beneficial to the body, but may actually be sabotaging your metabolism. If you're trying to lose weight and improve your health, it's crucial to understand how certain foods damage your metabolism. Here we reveal the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.

Why are some "healthy" breakfasts fattening?

The main problem lies in the excess of refined carbohydrates. When consumed, these are quickly converted into glucose (blood sugar) and, with the help of the hormone insulin, stored as fat. In addition, these foods often lead to hunger shortly after eating them, creating a vicious cycle that is difficult to break.

Examples of disastrous breakfasts for the metabolism

1. Oatmeal with fruits and nuts: Although oatmeal is touted as healthy, it is usually high in refined carbohydrates. If you add high-sugar fruits, such as bananas, or sweetened nuts, the impact on your metabolism can be negative.

2. Cereal with milk: Toasted cereals and milk are a refined carbohydrate bomb. Many people even add sugar, making the problem even worse.

3. Yogurt with granola: Most yogurts contain large amounts of sugar, and if you add granola, the result is a breakfast that rapidly increases insulin levels, promoting fat storage.

4. Fruit bowl: Although fruits are natural, consuming an excess of high-sugar fruits such as mango, pineapple or grapes in a single breakfast can spike your insulin levels, causing a negative impact on metabolism.

5. Fruit juices: Fruit juices, even natural ones, contain large amounts of sugar without the fiber of the whole fruit. This creates a blood sugar spike that promotes fat storage.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose or cure any health condition or disease.

^ Accompanied by a healthy diet and regular exercise.