The Breakfast Buzz

What’s the buzz about? 92% of Americans believe breakfast is the most important meal 44% of Americans eat breakfast regularly Leading breakfast “foods” are coffee, cold cereal, fruit juice, milk, bread, eggs & fruit

What does breakfast look like for you and your family?

What makes breakfast a challenge?

Benefits of Breakfast Improves school and work performance Weight control Prevents overeating later in the day Starts the day with key nutrients such as vitamin D and calcium Decreased risk of heart disease, diabetes and obesity

Building a Breakfast ++ PROTEINWHOLE GRAINFRUIT or VEGGIE

Quick & Easy Low-fat yogurt + whole grain granola + berries Hard-boiled egg + whole grain toast + avocado & tomato Low-fat milk + whole grain cereal + banana Turkey bacon + low-fat cheese slice + whole wheat English muffin + tomato Nut butter + whole grain pancakes/waffles + banana Scrambled egg + low-fat cheese + whole wheat tortilla + veggie mix

What foods will you try at breakfast?

Not hungry in the mornings? Spread it out… – Provide a piece of fruit at home – Pack a whole grain item for the car or bus Offer foods that you and your child like – Breakfast is NOT limited to cereal, eggs or pancakes – Be creative and try new combinations!

Short on time in the mornings? Prepare breakfast the night before Keep fruits and whole grain items on hand to grab-on-the-go Keep individual cartons of milk or juice in the fridge

What is one new tip you learned today that will help you?

Summary Breakfast provides benefits for your day and for the overall health of you and your family Breakfast can be as easy as Breakfast is for everyone – “Not a morning person” – “Short on time” Breakfast should be a nutritious and delicious start to your day!

What questions do you have?