India, March 2 -- Breakfast has long been crowned the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. It is the first meal after your overnight fast, when your body has gone hours without eating or drinking. What you eat in the morning plays a vital role in several physiological functions, particularly those related to metabolic health. ALSO READ: Endocrinologist shares best and worst fruits for blood sugar spikes: Know where berries, grapes, bananas, apples stand

Don't take your first meal of the day casually, as breakfast can influence how you feel and eat for the rest of the day, whether you stay satiated or keep eyeing that cookie you are craving. It all comes down to what you put on your plate and which nutrients you prioritise...