| Having breakfast every morning is a healthy eating habit that kids and parents alike should share.
Why is breakfast so important? It can prevent over-eating later in the day, improves kids' ability to learn and can also help them behave better in school.
To help encourage breakfast eating, here are some fun and fast ideas:
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| Breakfast Innovations |
| Tired of cold cereal and toast? Add leftovers to your usual breakfast foods, like: |
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- Small dish of macaroni and cheese mixed with diced tomatoes
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- Black bean and salsa burrito
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- Small dish of rice and beans
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- ½ cup of 100% fruit or vegetable juice
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| Grab n' Go Breakfasts |
| Pack one of these grab n' go breakfasts for your kids to eat while walking to school or at the bus stop: |
- Whole fruit, ½ a bagel and a single serving container of low-fat or skim milk
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- Granola bar, cheese cubes and a 100% juice box
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- Trail mix made from dry cereal, dried fruits and nuts, plus a single serving container of low-fat or skim milk
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| Absolutely No Time |
| If mornings are just too busy for these ideas, check with your school to see if they offer a breakfast program. Kids can eat a healthy breakfast right at school. |
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