
New York Magazine published an article in their June 9 issue entitled “The Breakfast Manifesto,” which examined myths and facts about breakfast and shared results of a taste-test of many popular breakfast foods.
According to the article, breakfast still reigns as the most important meal of the day; people who eat breakfast can concentrate better (leading to improved performance at work or school), have more energy, and can manage their weight more easily.
The ideal breakfast includes whole grains, such as cereal, protein, like milk or yogurt, colorful fruits, and 8 ounces of juice. For those who prefer meat at breakfast, experts recommend lean bacon, which is easier on the arteries than fattier choices. When it comes to juice, opt for 100% orange, grapefruit, or prune juice; concentrated juices, especially pear, grape, and apple, are little more than flavored sugar water.