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The One Food You Should Never Have Before 10 AM Because It Slowly Destroys Your Metabolism

June 19, 2020 by Hannah Kerns
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Starting your day with a healthy breakfast is crucial for establishing healthy eating habits and achieving sustainable weight loss. However, many breakfast foods are marketed as “healthy” options even when they are full of calories, fat, and sugar–which can be a major setback for your diet and metabolism.

With that in mind, keep reading for the one food you should never have before 10 AM because it slowly destroys your metabolism!

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Muffins

Because they're super convenient, muffins are a popular on-the-go breakfast. Unfortunately, they are a dangerous breakfast food for anyone hoping to lose weight.

 

According to Food Network, "Muffins have a bad reputation of being very high in calories, fat and sugar."

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Plus, according to the article, "many store bought muffins carry a hefty amount of calories--typically around 400 or more each."

 

Because many muffins are made from refined flour and sugar, many of these calories are empty and lacking nutritional value.

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If you start your day with empty calories, it's likely that you'll be hungry again soon--and eager to go back for more. With that in mind, it might lead to overeating. If you are trying to establish healthy eating habits, this can make that really difficult.

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With that in mind, if you need a convenient breakfast food and want to lose weight, steering clear of store bought muffins is a good idea. Instead, try out a healthy at-home recipe!

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Hannah Kerns pitches and writes compelling stories for SheFinds' readers. When she isn't listening to podcasts or catching up on true crime, she covers the latest in beauty, health, fashion, and celebrity news. To reach Hannah, email hannah@shefinds.com.

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Grocery store aisle featuring sugar and artificial sweeteners.
Person enjoying a healthy lunch at a dining table.
Sipping spearmint tea for relaxation and digestion.
Various types of bread displayed on a wooden surface.
Fresh bakery items from Costco, including cakes and pastries.
Woman holding her head, feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Woman experiencing joint pain, indicating health issues.
Vibrant assortment of groceries from Shutterstock image.
Popular fast food options from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to her aromatic cup of coffee.
Assorted bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Top view of Brazilian food dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking time on a watch during breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwiches in a grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of S'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast served with fries and mixed salad.