{"id":767752,"date":"2026-05-02T07:59:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T07:59:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/767752\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T07:59:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T07:59:18","slug":"new-breakfast-trend-has-americans-ditching-cereal-for-soup-as-experts-support-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/767752\/","title":{"rendered":"New breakfast trend has Americans ditching cereal for soup as experts support it"},"content":{"rendered":"

The traditional\u00a0\u201cbreakfast of champions\u201d\u00a0might not come from a cereal box these days. <\/p>\n

Some Americans are reaching instead for something warm and savory.<\/p>\n

Instead of pouring cereal<\/a> or flipping pancakes, some people are starting their days with soup.<\/p>\n

The goal is to opt for a balanced, protein-packed meal instead of one high in sugar and refined carbohydrates, which can lead to quick energy spikes followed by crashes, according to reports about the soup trend.<\/p>\n

Chef and author Suzy Karadsheh, creator of The Mediterranean Dish, promoted the idea of soup for breakfast on TikTok earlier this year, calling this an \u201cancient remedy\u201d that\u2019s been used across cultures for centuries.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a great way to fight inflammation \u2014 especially that morning inflammation \u2014 right away, and it hydrates way better than water,\u201d Karadsheh said\u00a0in a video,<\/a>\u00a0adding that it can help kick-start digestion without a sugar crash.<\/p>\n

Karadsheh, who is originally from Egypt and is based in Atlanta, said the concept isn\u2019t as unusual globally as it may sound to Americans. <\/p>\n

She noted that it\u2019s common, especially in the Mediterranean and Asia, where savory breakfasts such as soups, broths and stews are the norm.<\/p>\n

For many people, however, the idea \u201cbreaks\u201d traditional breakfast rules, nutritionist Kat Chan wrote in a recent Substack article titled\u00a0\u201cThe Case for Breakfast Soup.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n

\"AAmericans are now ditching cereal for breakfast, swapping it by starting their days with soup instead. Rawpixel.com \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n

But she still recommends it.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom a\u00a0nutritional therapy\u00a0standpoint, warm meals are often easier to digest than cold ones, especially if you\u2019re already feeling the chill,\u201d Chan wrote.<\/p>\n

She added that a warm, savory meal can provide protein, fat and fiber that help support steady blood sugar and sustained energy.<\/p>\n

Timing matters, she also said, noting that the body is better at using\u00a0food for energy\u00a0in the morning, which is why starting the day with a balanced meal like soup may help support steadier energy.<\/p>\n

\u201cI say, \u2018Why not?\u2019 to soup [for breakfast],\u201d Lisa Moskovitz, a New York-based registered dietitian and founder of the NY Nutrition Group, told Fox News Digital.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"BrightReports claim that the reasoning behind this is individuals opting for a more protein-dense meal instead of one mostly on sugar and refined carbohydrates. LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n

\u201cDepending on what\u2019s inside, many soups can offer an array of nutrients from protein to fiber, and\u00a0tons of antioxidants.<\/p>\n

\u201cBreakfast does its best work when it contains blood-sugar-balancing and energizing nutrients such as fiber and protein,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

Moskovitz recommends choosing a non-dairy soup packed with\u00a0vegetables, lean protein and fresh herbs.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cAdd-ins like chicken, turkey, tofu or eggs \u2014 think egg drop soup \u2014 all work well,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Soup can also help with hydration since it contains both fluids and electrolytes, which is one reason why it is helpful when people are sick.<\/p>\n

The sodium content in soup is the biggest thing to watch out for, Moskovitz said, especially for those with a history of\u00a0high blood pressure.<\/p>\n

Beyond health considerations, cost and convenience may also be driving interest, experts note.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A basic bowl of soup can be inexpensive, especially when made at home in batches with vegetables, broth and a source of protein.<\/p>\n

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As for whether the trend is here to stay, Lacey Baier, a Texas-based creator of the blog \u201cA Sweet Pea Chef,\u201d said it could stick among people who are genuinely interested in how food makes them feel.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat I find encouraging is that the conversation is moving people away from sugary, processed breakfasts and toward something more protein-forward and whole food-based,\u201d Baier, author of the forthcoming \u201cCleanish Meal Prep: High-Protein Recipes for Real Life,\u201d told Fox News Digital.<\/p>\n

\u201cEven if the soup trend itself is short-lived, that direction is a good one.\u201d<\/p>\n

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