NOT good.....ahhhh

Eat what you can. I believe as your metabolism kicks in and your body gets used to you having breaking again, you will be amazed at your hunger . You might even find that you can handle all of that and a piece of fruit, too. It takes time.

Why do you feel you need to eat breakfast?

The idea that it "kickstarts your metabolism" is nothing but a myth.

Why do you feel you need to eat breakfast?

The idea that it "kickstarts your metabolism" is nothing but a myth.

I hate to disagree, BUT, everyone I talk to says that....breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
Have a great one!!!

"Everyone you talk to"? They're simply regurgitating an old myth.

The only thing that matters is your net caloric balance and micro/macronutrient intake. The timing of your meals is irrelevant.



"10. Myth: "Eat breakfast like a king, lunch a queen, dinner like a pauper."


Truth

Also connected to this saying, is the belief that you should reduce carbs in the evening as they will be less likely to be stored as fat. While this might sound good on paper, there's nothing to support it and a lot that shows it to be wrong.

The strongest argument against this are the numerous studies available on body composition and health after and during Ramadan fasting. This meal pattern of regular nightly feasts has a neutral or positive effect on body fat percentage and other health parameters. This is quite an extreme and telling example. People literally gorge on carbs and treats in the middle of the night to no ill effect. And yet, in the bizarre world of bodybuilding and fitness, people worry whether it's OK to eat 50 grams of carbs in their last meal.

If the scientific data on Ramadan fasting aren't enough, there are plenty of other studies showing no effect on weight loss or weight gain from eating later in the day.

In one study comparing two meal patterns, which involved one group eating more calories earlier in the day and one group eating most calories later in the day, more favorable results were found in the group eating large evening meals. While those who ate more in the AM lost more weight, the extra weight was in the form of muscle mass. The late evening eaters conserved muscle mass better, which resulted in a larger drop in body fat percentage."

RE: eating breakfast and if it's "myth." I was not a breakfast pesron--hated it my whole life and would skip it. But then of course I'd get hungry at some point and eat crap--pastry, snacks from the vending machine, etc. And after consulting with my dietitian, she stressed (for me) the need for adequate protein intake and that some studies have shown that people who have higher protein intake don't feel hungry as soon.

RE: your breakfast and if it's too much: if you're just getting used to eating breakfast, perhaps start with half of it, as others have suggested. Or eat something that isn't as high volume but similar protein and calorie intake. My workday breakfast is always a Light and Fit yogurt (80 calories) and either a cup of Go Lean cerral (140 calories and decent protein for a cereal) or a serving of almonds (170 calories) and a fruit item of some sort. I have to wait at least an hour after taking a medication in the morning, so I eat these at my desk over the course of about a half hour.

You'll find what works for you, but it might take some trial and error.

I cant eat 'breakfast' first thing in the morning either. I don't believe its any big deal but if you find you start having big snacks later in the morning then its probably better to try something small to start your day - a piece of toast or small bowl of porridge. As I do shift work and sometimes get up at 2am there's no way I can eat then so I just go with the flow but don't snack on foods. If its not in the house I can't eat it. It is about discipline though.
Because I have just started here and my mind is concentrating more on food and putting into my food diary I feel more hungry! - Catch twenty-two situation!