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Benefits of breakfast

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Food is just as important to the body as water is. To get utmost functionality of the brain and mind, breakfast must be prioritized.

A recent report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics has found that one in seven school children are skipping a morning meal and missing out on the important benefits of breakfast.

When next you or your child want to skip breakfast, here are some tips as to why you should reconsider:

Breakfast

1) Assists in maintaining a healthy weight:

Breakfast is often referred to as the most important meal of the day. Breakfast means “breaking the fast” as it could be up to 10 hours since your child ate their last meal. Research shows that people who eat breakfast regularly are less likely to be overweight or obese.

2) Provides energy and essential nutrients:

People who eat breakfast are more likely to meet their recommended dietary intakes for vitamins and minerals compared to those who skip it.

3) Improves alertness, concentration, mental performance, mood and memory:

Skipping breakfast may affect your child’s concentration or leave them feeling ‘fuzzy’. This is because the brain is starving for energy and needs fuel from nutritious foods like grainy bread, breakfast cereals, fruit and milk so it can function at its very best throughout the day.

To ensure your children are receiving the benefits of breakfast, choose a healthy breakfast meal which is high in fibre, has a low Glycemic Index (GI) and includes some protein.

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