It's often said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but why? First, it fuels your body after a long period of time without eating. And secondly, it sets the tone for how much food is consumed the rest of the day. Those who eat breakfast tend not to overeat later in the day - which is a plus when trying to keep your weight down.

When thinking about breakfast, many of us think of the typical breakfast foods: cereal, toast, eggs, and pancakes. But there are many creative options for a healthy breakfast. Some ideas are:

Scrambled egg whites and salsa in a tortilla shell or whole-wheat pita
Low fat yogurt with fresh fruit
Cottage cheese with fruit
Fruit smoothie-banana and fruit blended with low fat yogurt and ice
Grilled cheese or peanut butter sandwich

The sky is the limit - you can even eat leftovers from dinner for breakfast!