Tip of the Day: The Importance of Eating a Balanced Breakfast

Find Out How a Balanced Breakfast Can Benefit You

ByABC News via logo
February 21, 2011, 11:46 AM

March 15, 2011 — -- You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But why? It is important to have a healthy balanced breakfast for several reasons. A healthy meal in the morning can balance your blood sugar levels and give you the sustenance you need to handle physical and mental stress. Try some protein, fruit and vitamins to get you through the day.

A Healthy Balanced Breakfast gives you:

• A more nutritionally complete diet, higher in nutrients, vitamins and minerals

• Improved concentration and performance in the classroom or the boardroom

• More strength and endurance to engage in physical activity

• Lower cholesterol levels

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Source: webmd.com, stress.about.com, and nutrition.about.com