The Commonwealth Games opened in Glasgow earlier this week, prompting a reader to ask: what is the best breakfast food, or combination of foods, to set you up in the morning? Not necessarily for a top-tier athlete, but for anyone ready to go out and win the day.
The question: Breakfast of Champions
Tom from Tunbridge Wells posed the query, noting that athletes engage in protein-maxxing or carb-maxxing as they prepare to compete. He wonders what the ideal breakfast is for a person who simply wants to be ready to face the day.
Readers are invited to post their answers and new questions below or send them to nq@theguardian.com. A selection of replies will be published next Sunday.
Sweet or salty?
The debate often centers on whether a sweet or savory breakfast is superior. Some argue for porridge, with the choice between salty or sweet toppings. Others champion eggs, bacon, or a full English. The question touches on energy needs, personal preference, and cultural traditions.
Last week's replies addressed a different topic: why not break up the American states? This week, the focus is on culinary matters, continuing the long-running series in which readers answer other readers' questions.
