Growing up, I hope you heard the prophetic words from your mother, "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day." She was absolutely right! Breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day. Without breakfast, your brain and your muscles do not have the energy they need to sustain activity throughout the day. Research has found people who skip breakfast often feel more tired, irritable and restless in the morning. On the other hand, those who do eat breakfast have a better attitude toward work, higher productivity and better ability to handle tasks that require memory. Other studies show that breakfast eaters are 50% less likely to be obese!
Simply eating something in the morning is a great start, but choosing a variety of foods like whole grains, fruits and vegetables, lean protein and low/non fat dairy help you get even more from the meal. Your local Great Harvest has many great breakfast products that can be paired with an apple or banana and a glass of milk for a healthy and nutritious breakfast for the whole family. In addition to whole grain breads (great for toast!), muffins and scones, look for fresh-ground pancake mixes you can take home.
What is your favorite breakfast?
