A Social Invention Rather Than a Biological Need

Until the 18th century, people didn't eat in the morning—simply because there wasn't much to eat. The real meal, the one that brought the family together, took place in the afternoon.

It was only with the industrial revolution, the appearance of hot beverages (coffee, chocolate, tea), and the rise of food marketing that breakfast became established as a ritual. In other words: we invented a need to better sell products.

The Food Industry: The Invisible Conductor

Nutritional studies, often influenced by food industry giants, have reinforced the idea that skipping breakfast would be harmful. But behind this injunction lies a logic of "stacking" in the Anglo-Saxon style—in other words, disguised snacking.

We are pushed to eat as soon as we wake up, not because our body demands it, but because our pantry overflows with "morning special" products.

Listen to Your Body, Not the Slogans

We should eat for physiological reasons, not to respond to social norms. Some people eat twice a day, others five times. What matters is the overall balance and quality of the food.

Skipping breakfast doesn't mean unbalancing your diet. What's problematic is compensating with sweet or ultra-processed snacks.

In Summary

Breakfast is not a biological imperative. It's a cultural habit, shaped by history, advertising, and food availability. What matters is not eating at 7 AM, but eating intelligently—when your body needs it.

Warm regards,
Dr. Said-Alaoui Moulay Abdellah and the Family Clinic Team