The Best Breakfast To Start The Day With, Depending On Your Health Goals

It can be challenging to stick with health goals long term, but every morning presents a new opportunity to do it. When you start the day with a breakfast you know is nourishing your body and working toward your overall goal, it’s easier to maintain a healthy mindset the rest of the day.

It would be wonderful if there was one definitive “healthiest breakfast” for everyone, but the reality is that there is no one perfect breakfast. For example, someone who is at high risk for cardiovascular diseasemay eat differently from someone whose primary goal is hormone balance. Similarly, someone who is trying to build muscle may eat differently than someone who is working with their doctor to lose weight in a healthy way.

Curious as to what type of breakfast aligns with your specific health goals? Keep reading to get the facts straight from registered dietitians.

The Best Breakfasts For Supporting Mental Health

Scientific research has shown a strong connection between diet and mental health. If your primary goal is to support your mental health — including managing depression or anxiety — Lon Ben-Asher, a registered dietitian, said a breakfast that includes omega-3 fatty acids, complex carbohydrates, protein and fermented foods can help.

“ Omega-3 fats are well known to support brain health, [including] reducing anxiety and depression symptoms,” Ben-Asher said. “Complex carbohydrates help regulate blood sugar control while providing essential fuel to the body and increasing serotonin levels, which can improve mood.”

He added that fermented foods support the gut, which is linked to better mental health. (The mind-gut connection is strong!)

Jason Levee, a registered dietitian, told HuffPost that one underrated type of food