Common breakfast in France and Spain

A common breakfast in France and Spain includes orange juice, toast, and coffee, according to multiple reports. This meal is widely consumed and often seen as a traditional or convenient way to start the day.

Nutritionist raises health concerns

Nutritionist Elena Garrido has expressed concerns about how this breakfast combination may affect blood sugar and energy levels. While it is often considered a healthy meal, she suggests it might not be as beneficial as many believe.

Orange juice as a sugar source

Orange juice, when consumed immediately upon waking, acts as a concentrated source of sugar. The juicing process removes the fiber from the fruit, allowing fructose to enter the bloodstream more quickly, which can cause a rapid change in blood sugar levels.

Toast and coffee add to the sugar load

The combination of orange juice, toast, and coffee is noted for being rich in fast-acting sugars but low in fiber, proteins, and micronutrients. A 200 ml glass of orange juice contains about 10 g of sugar, equivalent to four sugar cubes, according to Garrido's analysis.