Jammu, April 29 -- Starting your morning with the right foods can help you feel energized throughout the day and maintain steady blood sugar levels, which is crucial for overall health. The foods you choose first thing in the morning set the tone for how you'll function for the rest of the day.

Nutritionist Ipsita Chakraborty recommends six wholesome options that are gentle on an empty stomach and help stabilize sugar levels. Whole oats are a excellent choice as they contain beta-glucan fiber that forms a gel to delay stomach emptying and glucose absorption. Similarly, barley fiber improves insulin sensitivity and reduces sugar spikes after meals.

Legumes like lentils and black beans supply fiber and protein that work together to modera...