To counteract the effects of not eating breakfast, many teens resort to eating high-fat, high-sodium snacks to give them a boost during the day.
Source: Problems with Skipping Breakfast in Teens @ Everyday Life // GlobalPost
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Excerpt: A healthy morning meal sets the nutrition tone for the day, so when your teen is complaining about her weight, be understanding, but explain that she is sabotaging herself by not eating. Offer healthy breakfast options such as yogurt with a little bit of granola mixed in for texture and fibre.
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