You may think that skipping meals will help you reach your weight loss goal, but contrary to popular belief, that is not the case. And you’re not alone in thinking so. In fact, nearly 20 percent of Americans skip meals to lose weight. Surprisingly, skipping meals actually increases the likelihood of packing on some extra pounds, especially when it comes to breakfast. The American Journal of Epidemiology published a study, which explained that people who cut out the most important meal of the day were 4.5 times more likely to be obese. According to research exposed in Zero Belly Breakfasts, skipping meals slows your metabolism and boosts your hunger. That puts your body in prime fat-storage mode and increases your odds of overeating at the next meal.
Eat This! Tip:
Make your breakfast the night before. Overnight oats, pre-portioned granola with some Greek yogurt, or hard boiled eggs and fiber-rich crackers make a protein- and fiber-packed breakfast. Options like these are delicious, yet nutritious, and easy to make.
