“Is it okay to have only fruits for breakfast?”
Most days, I grab a piece of fruit and run for the door. Is it okay to only have fruits for breakfast?
7 Answers
Hello, Fruit is a great source of fiber and nutrients. However, having just fruit for breakfast is not something I would recommend because it will be digested quickly and you will be hungry right away. I would recommend adding some type of protein and whole grain. For example, overnight oats with peanut butter and blueberries. 2 boiled eggs, apple, and whole-grain toast.
Kelly Neilson
Dietitian-Nutritionist
Yes, it is okay, but it won't keep you full for very long. It will probably make you hungry very shortly or increase your cravings in the afternoon or evening. I would recommend pairing your fruit with some fat, fiber, and/or protein to help you stay fuller longer. Some ideas would be mashed avocado.
Yes, however including some protein (banana with nut butter, hardboiled egg, nuts etc) will help to keep you fuller and possibly satisfied for a longer period of time.
YES!!!! Followed by nuts and seeds an hour or so later.
It depends on the type of fruit you're eating. An orange, apple, grapefruit, pear, and plum are fine. Bananas are NOT a good breakfast. They have too much sugar. If possible, have an avocado. I slice it open, remove the pit and eat it right from the shell. Two dates or two figs are also excellent for a quick breakfast. If possible, do your best to add some protein for breakfast. If you eat eggs, keep a few hard boiled eggs in the refrigerator. It's a quick breakfast, easy to eat on the go.
For the general population with no past medical history, it can be okay. However, I would highly recommend eating a balanced meal, not just fruit (carbs). A balanced meal consists of a moderate amount of protein, carbohydrates, and fats. I know moderate is a vague term but with unknown factors; anthropometrics, past medical history, meds, activity levels, schedule, etc. I can't give exact amounts. Thank you!
Fruit is a good source of nutrients but does have higher levels of sugar. A piece of fruit by itself will spike your blood sugar quickly, which then needs to be lowered by insulin. That will lead to low blood sugar and can set you up for energy highs and lows for the rest of the day. You would feel more stable energy by combining the fruit with some fat, such as nuts or nut butter. An apple with peanut butter is a perfect example.
