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Breakfast substitute - According to Dr Daryl Gioffre, who created the AlkaMind diet, bananas are actually harmful to eat as a breakfast substitute.

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Potassium, magnesium and fibre -

While the tropical fruit has plenty of good qualities such as being high in potassium, magnesium and fiber, it won’t do you much good as a morning snack. The reason for this is “they’re 25% sugar and moderately acidic”, Dr Gioffre says. They will give you a decent temporary boost, but you’ll soon feel tired and hungry again. Dr Gioffre goes as far as calling them “Nature’s candy”. They can actually cause cravings, which could lead to overeating later on.

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Combination -

All hope is not lost for you banana-as-breakfast fans. A food expert offers a solution. While a single banana and nothing more will cause you to feel weak, you can cancel out this effect by combining the banana with healthy fats, spices, and herbs to counter the insulin spike caused by bananas.

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Mix -

Dr Gioffre recommends ingredients such as coconut butter, raw almonds, hemp, flax and chia. “Because bananas are acidic, you’ll have to neutralise the acid to get the benefits of potassium, fibre, and magnesium without the sugar rush”, he said.

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Breakfast ideas -

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for our health and absolutely vital in setting us up for work, school, or whatever else might be on our agendas. The first thing we eat in the day reflects how we treat ourselves. But when it comes to food, it's easy to fall into a culinary rut and make the same things over and over again. Often what we're lacking is just the inspiration: an idea of what to make.

Get inspired about waking up for breakfast again with these amazing morning meal ideas.

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American-style pancakes -

American-style pancakes are super easy to make, cheap, and delicious. They usually have a raising agent, which is why they puff up.

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The meaty breakfast bake -

Sausage, egg, and potato hash is a British classic. If you're in a hurry, fry up the sausages and hash for a few minutes and then put the whole thing in the oven with an egg.

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Eggs Benedict -

Originally popularized in New York City, eggs Benedict traditionally consisted of of two halves of an English muffin, each topped with Canadian bacon, a poached egg, and hollandaise sauce. Alternatively, you can swap the bacon out for smoked salmon.

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Turkish eggs -

Eggs are so versatile, yet we often insist on eating them the same way over and over again. Turkish eggs, called cilbir in Turkish, is eggs over a bed of yogurt and chili-infused oils.

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Granola pots -

Granola pots are a classic, and as simple to prepare as anything. You can also make a bunch of them in advance for the mornings ahead.

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Oats -

There's a world of things you can do with porridge. Try adding cinnamon and apple for a little bit of a spicy kick while retaining sweetness.

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Juice it up! -

There's a world of juices and smoothies we can turn to. It's not the best idea to replace your breakfast with smoothies from a nutritional standpoint too often, but they're great for getting by on busy mornings.

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Crumpets -

These are a British tradition. Smother them in butter and just watch how quickly they'll disappear from the breakfast table.

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Breakfast burrito -

These are a fantastic idea if you're on the go or if you're simply sick of eating regular bread. Fill it with bacon, eggs, cheddar, and a touch of ketchup.

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Avocado -

Avocados are delicious, nutritious, and add an alluring creaminess to a dish. Botanically a large berry, the fruit goes very well with eggs.

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20 things you didn't know you could cook in an air fryer! -

These French breakfast treats aren't to be eaten every day if you're looking to shape up for summer, but should be enjoyed every now and again.

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Hash browns -

Hash browns are a popular American breakfast dish consisting of finely-chopped potatoes that have been fried until browned.

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Granola bites -

These are a great one to prepare at the start of the week because you can make them as sweet (or healthy) as you like.

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Brioche buns -

What a weekend treat these French buns are. They're usually deliciously sweet alone, but can also be attacked with jam and butter.

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Quiche -

The quiche is a great choice for preparing for the week in advance. They take barely any effort, keep for days, and are versatile.

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Waffles -

Waffles are another great baseline to work with for building a deliciously sweet breakfast. Try them with fruit, cream, and/or chocolate if you're really looking to indulge.

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Omelet -

Omelets are a wonderful way of getting that extra veg in and loading up on energy for the day ahead. You can basically add what you like, and it usually just takes minutes to prepare.

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Cheese -

Eating fatty foods in the morning like cheese can have benefits for certain people for their mental health and energy levels. Maybe you could be one of those people? Try adding condiments like chutneys and jams to the mix.

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Fruit -

On the other hand, if you're on a healthy buzz, why not taking that extra minute or two to peel and chop your fruit. Add a spoon of yogurt to the mix for the win.

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Scones -

The British classic is usually made of either wheat or oatmeal with baking powder, and goes great with jam.

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Frittatas -

Frittatas can turn the humble egg into an exciting and tasty treat. It's slightly simpler that a quiche without the base, and can be all done in one pot.

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Muffins -

These babies can serve as a tasty treat on lazy mornings. They'll fill you up, and you won't feel as guilty as you would eating a cupcake!

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Flatbreads -

This ancient cuisine is made with flour, water, milk, yogurt (or another liquid), and salt. Like a pizza, you can add whatever you like to them.

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Nuts -

If you're into keeping your body in tip-top condition, you shouldn't overlook snacking on some dried nuts in the morning. They're a great source of protein and healthy fats.

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Bagels -

Do yourself a favor and pick up some bagels at the store. Did you know they're first boiled and then baked in the oven?

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Rice noodles -

These are a great filler in the morning. Popular in China, there is a world of recipes to chose from with rice noodles, but one with egg is usually a safe choice for your morning meal.

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Steamed buns -

Baozi, or bao, is a type of yeast-leavened filled bun in various Chinese cuisines. There are many different fillings, and they're a nice snack at breakfast time.

Sources: (Good Housekeeping) (DrDaryl )

See also: Amazing apple recipes to try right now

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