India, March 15 -- Breakfast is popularly known to be the most important meal of the day, and generally preferred to be hearty for us to get an energetic start every morning.

In desi households, the options for breakfast are hardly limited. However, according to US board-certified gastroenterologist Dr Palaniappan Manickam, many of the popular choices are effectively harmful for gut health.

Taking to Instagram on March 11, he listed five classic Indian breakfasts that he deems to be bad for the gut.

Pooris (fried flatbread) with potato curry are a popular breakfast across the country. While undoubtedly tasty, it is not the best option for breakfast according to Dr Manickam.

The deep-fried pooris are an oil overload on the gut early in...