Should you eat breakfast before morning exercise?
Nov 21, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
If you have a chronic wasting disease such as diabetes, it's important to eat a proper breakfast in the morning before exercising, to prevent abnormal blood sugar levels and adverse effects on health. If you are in good physical condition, you may choose to exercise without eating breakfast, which can make fat burning more efficient and help reduce body weight. However, you should avoid exercising for too long to prevent hypoglycemia.
Whether or not to eat breakfast before morning exercise depends on an individual's health status.
1. Yes, eat breakfast
Morning exercise is highly efficient for fat metabolism and represents an optimal time for fat loss. The air quality in the morning is also generally better. Running or exercising in the morning can increase alertness and help prepare mentally and physically for a productive day. However, if a person has underlying health conditions, such as chronic wasting diseases like diabetes, it is advisable to eat a light breakfast before exercising in the morning to prevent abnormal blood glucose levels and potential adverse effects on health.
2. No, skip breakfast
If an individual is in good physical condition, experiences no discomfort, and has normal gastrointestinal function, they may choose to exercise without eating breakfast. Exercising in a fasted state can enhance fat burning and promote weight loss more effectively. However, it's important not to exercise for too long, to avoid excessive depletion of body sugars and the risk of hypoglycemia.
