Breakfast with a Bang
You’ve heard it a million times: Breakfast is important! Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture and Health and Human Services. Think of your body as a car: it needs fuel to run properly. When you wake up from a good night’s sleep, your body has been fasting for about eight hours (if you’re lucky enough to get that much sleep). “Break-fast” in the morning helps kick your body into gear by supplying it with energy. Eating a smart breakfast can also help regulate your appetite throughout the day so you don’t overdo it at lunch and dinner.
Fueling Your Body All Day
Remember, breakfast alone just won’t cut it. Your body needs to be constantly energized throughout the day to help keep you going. You don’t necessarily have to eat the standard three square meals. In fact, some prefer six mini-meals. Do whatever works best for your schedule and eating style, but be sure that your daily food intake resembles the Dietary Guidelines.
