Everyone has heard the saying 'breakfast is the most important meal of the day,' but with busy modern lives it can be challenging to make time for it. So what are the benefits? Taking time to eat in the morning can help control weight, lower cholesterol, improve concentration, and increase your likelihood of having a nutritionally complete diet. Eating a healthy breakfast is even more important for children and adolescents. What constitutes a healthy breakfast? According to the Mayo Clinic - low-fat protein (peanut butter, lean meat, hard-boiled eggs), low-fat dairy (yogurt, cheese, skim milk) whole grains and fruits/veggies. So what do you consume before heading out the door or on route to work/school? Here is a small list of some common breakfast foods and their surprising calorie counts (all values approximate):
- Bagel with cream cheese - 410 calories
- Coffee and a muffin - 465 calories
- Bowl of cereal - 110 calories (Read related report about high sugar content in children's cereals)
- Breakfast sandwich with egg and bacon - 330 calories
- Yogurt with berries - 150 calories
- Oatmeal - 100 calories
Canada's Food Guide
Calorie Counter Quiz
My Food-A-Pedia
My Menu Planner
Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas (video)
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