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If you always rush through your meals, watch out. A study from the University of Rhode Island showed that women who raced through a pasta lunch in 9 minutes ate 646 calories. Those who took their time (about half an hour) consumed almost 70 fewer calories. And not only did they eat less, they felt fuller.

WHY BREAKFAST?

1. Eating breakfast is very important to the brain and body first in the morning.

2. Breakfast skippers often feel tired, restless or irritated in the morning.

3. Breakfast is the first chance the body has to refuel its glucose levels, also known as blood
   sugar, after eight to 12 hours without a meal or snack.

4. Breakfast is also very important for weight loss and weight management.

5. You ‘Break the fast’ of not eating for the past 8 to 12 hours.

6. It helps curb your hunger and prevent binge eating later in the day.

7. Breakfast is important to manage your weight and potentially lose weight by eating fewer calories throughout the day.

“Studies have shown that breakfast eaters display a better attitude and are more energetic and productive throughout the day.”

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