According to the American Liver Association, the liver plays an important role in converting energy and removing toxins from the body. Skipping breakfast can disrupt this process.
When the body does not receive enough glucose from breakfast, the liver has to increase its activity to produce glucose through the process of gluconeogenesis from substances such as amino acids and fats. This puts an additional burden on the liver, leading to fatigue and impaired liver function in the long term.
Another study by the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) also showed that skipping breakfast for a long time can increase the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. The accumulation of fat in the liver tends to increase when the body lacks energy from skipping breakfast, thereby increasing the risk of hepatitis and complications related to liver disease.
This study also showed that people who skip breakfast often have the habit of eating large meals in the evening, which not only puts a burden on the liver but also causes an imbalance in metabolism.
The World Health Organization (WHO) also warns against skipping breakfast, stressing that this is a habit that can lead to nutritional imbalances and adversely affect the liver. WHO recommends maintaining a balanced breakfast with nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals to maintain overall health and protect the liver from related diseases.
