Teenagers who eat a breakfast that includes fruit, grains, and dairy products may do better in school than teens who don't eat a variety of foods. Researchers tracked the eating habits and behavior of 800 teenagers in a recent study. Kids who ate a variety of food scored higher on the behavior assessment than kids who ate fewer foods or skipped breakfast completely. Research has already shown that students who eat breakfast pay more attention in class, retain more information, and are more...
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