{13.6} What Happened to Breakfast? How Capitalism and Patriarchy Hijacked the Morning Meal

Do you ever feel like breakfast is an afterthought – something you grab on the go or skip in favour of coffee to see you through to lunchtime?  It's so easy to let breakfast be th eone meal we forget about or put the least thought in.  But this week on Raising Healthy Mothers, I’m digging into how capitalism and the patriarchy have reshaped the way we think about breakfast, pushing convenience over nourishment and making us believe we simply don’t have time to sit down for a proper meal first thing in the morning. We’ll explore: How capitalism turned breakfast into a rushed, processed, grab-and-go affair. Why the patriarchy has made skipping breakfast feel like a virtue. The lingering impact of diet culture (remember THAT Special K diet?). Why a slow, nourishing breakfast is more than just about food If you’re stuck in the cycle of coffee-fuelled mornings and exhaustion by 10am, this episode is for you. Let’s challenge the systems that got us here and re-claim breakfast – even if it's just for 10 minutes a day. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashadcruz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tashadcruznutrition Website: https://tashadcruz.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave a review and rating on Apple Podcast. You can now watch the podcast on YouTube. Subscribe to my channel @tashadcruz. Say goodbye to your cooking rut and hello to effortless meal planning. Download my template meal plan guide at tashadcruz.com/template. #raisinghealthymothers DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on tashadcruz.com is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you may have heard on the podcast or on the website. I may earn commission on shopping links to external sites, e.g. Amazon. This doesn't change the price you pay but gives me a small commission which goes back into keeping the podcast running.  

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Raising Healthy Mothers is a podcast for busy, exhausted mums navigating the early years of motherhood. Whether you're pregnant, newly postpartum, or raising young children, this is your space for practical tips, expert insights, and real talk on making healthy choices without overwhelm. Motherhood is relentless, and postpartum depletion, exhaustion, and burnout are real. I know how hard it is to prioritise yourself when you’re constantly meeting everyone else’s needs. This podcast is here to support you with simple, realistic strategies so you can regain your energy, feel in control, and enjoy motherhood more. Each week, I dive into topics that matter to mums’ health and wellbeing, from nutrition and self-care to managing stress and rebuilding your energy, with expert guests and honest conversations.