Morning habits that 'damage' your waistline

These morning habits may be contributing to an enlarged waistline.

Adding sugar to coffee is a habit that affects the waistline.

Drink coffee or tea with sugar

Instead of drinking a cup of coffee or tea with sugar or cream, try switching to unsweetened soy, almond, or oat milk. Sugar makes you gain weight, not to mention it's bad for your health, says Julieanna Hever, R.D., a registered dietitian and author of “The Vegiterranean Diet and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition.”

Add salt to food

According to Lisa Hayim, nutritionist and founder of The WellNecessities, a high-salt breakfast increases your body's sodium intake, causing you to retain water and have a bloated belly, which affects your day's productivity.

Skip breakfast

Skipping breakfast can lead to overeating, a slowdown in metabolism, negative hormonal effects, including increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol, and increased belly fat, according to nutritionist Lyssie Lakatos, author of “The Nutrition Twins' Veggie Cure.”

Eat too much fiber

Eating a lot of fiber in the morning will make your stomach bloated. Fiber is important, but not too much. If you have a habit of eating too much fiber in the morning, you should drink plenty of water to help the food move through your digestive tract without getting stuck, causing stomach discomfort.

Eat breakfast while watching TV

Focusing on the TV while eating can make it difficult to gauge how much food you’re eating, says Lakatos. Instead, take the time to eat slowly and mindfully to be mindful of each bite and help you manage your weight.

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