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Breakfast can look harmless, but some morning favorites hide shocking amounts of sugar, salt, and saturated fat. A glazed donut may crash your energy. A loaded burrito can overwhelm your heart. Even yogurt parfaits, protein bars, and açaí bowls may be closer to dessert than health food. After 60, these choices can hit harder than expected. And the breakfast that seems most comforting may be the one doing the most damage before lunchtime even arrives.
#1: Glazed Donuts
A glazed donut can feel like the perfect partner for a morning cup of coffee. It is sweet, soft, inexpensive, and easy to grab on the way out the door. Unfortunately, it offers little protein or fiber to keep hunger away for long.
Most glazed donuts contain refined flour, added sugar, and a considerable amount of fat. Eating them regularly may make it harder to manage blood sugar, cholesterol, and weight after 50. Try whole-grain toast with nut butter or oatmeal topped with fruit instead.