Gastroenterologist's 10 breakfast rules: What to eat (and avoid) for best digestion and reduce risk of many diseases

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What does a gut doctor recommend we consume in our breakfast?

The morning meal sets the tone for the rest of the day. Yet, many common breakfast favourites are loaded with butter, sugar, or oil and may silently upset the gut and increase the risk of diseases like diabetes, fatty liver, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dr Pal Manickam, a US-based gastroenterologist, has been urging people to look beyond taste and think about what truly supports the digestive system. His advice isn’t about skipping tradition, but about making it smarter.

Here’s what he suggests to eat and avoid at breakfast for a happier, healthier gut.

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Skip heavy fried combos like Aloo Paratha with Butter

Aloo paratha dripping with butter might taste divine, but it’s a gut burden early in the da