A minimalist breakfast plate featuring a boiled egg, leafy greens, whole-grain toast, and a bowl of oatmeal with almond butter and fresh berries, representing a balanced meal for weight loss by Scott Keatley RD.

Men And Women May Need Different Breakfasts For Weight Loss, New Research Finds

A recent study published in Computers in Biology and Medicine explores how men and women might respond differently to breakfast when aiming for weight loss. The research suggests that men's metabolisms may favor carbohydrate-rich breakfasts, while women benefit more from meals with higher fat content. However, nutrition experts, including Scott Keatley, RD, co-owner of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy, caution against generalizing these findings. Keatley stresses that personalization is key, and meals should be tailored to individual needs and health goals, rather than relying on broad gender-based recommendations. He recommends balanced breakfasts like eggs with vegetables or oatmeal with healthy toppings to promote steady energy, fat loss, and lean muscle preservation.