Waking Up with Whole Grains
American breakfast foods are generally high in fat, protein, and sugar. They jolt the body into a hyper-alert but artificial state of awareness, shock sleepy nerves, and stress a digestive system that’s been snoozing for 8 or more hours. Foods that are difficult to digest make us feel irritable, sluggish, and lethargic—not the way I want to start my day!
The Japanese gently awaken their digestive system with a bowl of clear broth or miso soup. For Americans, soup for breakfast is definitely an acquired taste but its benefits make it worth considering. Miso soup energizes and warms the body, is a good source of protein and B vitamins, contains friendly microorganisms that replenish intestinal flora, aids digestion, and may even strengthen the blood.
Tags: Breakfast, Macrobiotic