Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the world. There are several risk factors for cardiovascular disease including smoking, lack of exercise, family history, and dietary habits. The diet habits including your breakfast style can significantly change your risk of plaque build in arteries of the heart and other blood vessels of your heart.
According to the study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, skipping breakfast can significantly increase your risk of clogged arteries (atherosclerosis). Some previous studies have shown that skipping breakfast increase the risk of obesity, diabetes and bad cholesterol, and heart disease. This is the first study to look at the risk of skipping breakfast and the early stages of atherosclerosis.
The study included approximately 4000 men and women between 40 and 54 years of age from Spain. The computerized questionnaire was used to collect data. The breakfast meal was considered the first meal eaten within 2 hours of walking and no later than 10 am. Three major groups were identified based on calorie consumption in the first meal:
The plaque was assessed in multiple arteries including carotid arteries, arteries of the abdomen, and legs with Ultrasound. The calcium score was measured to assess atherosclerosis in the heart arteries.
Eating a healthy high-energy breakfast has shown a reduction in fasting glucose, insulin, and ghrelin (the hunger hormone) which has been shown to have a beneficial impact on appetite. Breakfast skippers are more likely to have unhealthy lifestyles, smoking habits, obesity, Hypertension.
To be sure you’re eating the healthiest food for breakfast, be sure to check out our last article on the best foods to eat for a healthy life!
This post was last modified on January 20, 2023 10:02 am
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