A Healthy Breakfast

It is true that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is also the most neglected. A study showed students who ate healthy breakfasts paid better attention in school. They even scored higher on math and reading tests.

A healthy breakfast helps to achieve and maintain an ideal weight for both adults and children. Finding time in your family's busy schedule for breakfast will make both you and your kids happier, smarter and healthier.

If you are running late, a smoothie made with fruit and yogurt is a super-quick, healthy option. Just throw the ingredients in the blender, puree until smooth, pour into a cup and hand it to your love ones as they run out the door.

Try the recipes below.

1. Healthy Berries Smoothie (2 portions)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen strawberries or any berries
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup low fat plain natural yoghurt
- 1/2 cup low fat milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
Combine all ingredients together in a blender and puree until smooth.

2. Healthy Dates Smoothie (2 portions)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried dates, thickly sliced and frozen
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup low fat plain natural yoghurt
- 1/2 cup low fat milk
- 1 teaspoon honey
Combine all ingredients together in a blender and puree until smooth.