Importance of Breakfast

Why is it important for kids to eat breakfast?

• Gives you energy

• It tastes good

• Helps you focus at school

• To lose weight

Skipping the morning meal:

• can make you shorter

• you'll be more likely to overeat later in the day.

• will make you healthier

• is the best option

Name one of the four things mentioned in the video a cereal needs to be considered healthy?

• Under 8 grams of sugar

• High in fat

• Under 2 grams of fiber

• Under 45 grams of sugar

How does skipping breakfast make kids feel?

• tired

• restless

• irritable

• happy

True or False: people who don't eat breakfast often consume more calories throughout the day and are more likely to be overweight.

• False

• True

A balanced breakfast that includes some:

• Donuts

• carbohydrates

• protein

• fiber

Fiber includes:

• low-fat or nonfat dairy products, lean meats, eggs, nuts (including nut butters), seeds, and cooked dried beans

• milk, yogurt, cheese and ice cream

• whole-grain breads, waffles, and cereals; brown rice, bran, and other grains; fruits, vegetables, beans, and nuts

• scrambled eggs and bacon

True or False: sliced cucumbers and hummus in a whole-wheat pita is a healthy breakfast?

• True

• False

What does Mr. Massud like to have for breakfast?

• Cereal

• Fruits

• Coffee and cookies

• Beans and eggs

Who skips breakfast?

• I always skip breakfast

• I never skip breakfast

• Only if I'm late

• It's my favorite meal of the day