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5 “Healthy” Breakfast Foods a Doctor Never Eats and What to Eat Instead
The Surprising Truth Behind Your Morning Meal
3 min readNov 24, 2024
It’s no secret that most Americans eat an unhealthy diet, rich in ultra-processed foods. Grocery stores are packed with ultra-processed options for the first morning meal.
As a physician, I see patients every day who are trying to make healthy choices. Yet they’re unknowingly sabotaging their health with “nutritious” breakfast options marketed by the food industry.
Flavored Yogurt Parfaits
- Why they’re problematic: Contain up to 28g of sugar per serving
- What I recommend instead: Plain Greek yogurt with fresh berries and a sprinkle of nuts. If you eat a plant-based diet, choose one of the many non-dairy and vegan yogurts made from coconut milk, almond milk, or cashew milk.
- Quick tip: Add cinnamon for natural sweetness
