Healthy Breakfasts for Healthy LearnersWhy Breakfast?Elementary Student Wellness Survey 2010-2011 results show that 31% of District 16 children do not eat breakfast. Beginning the day with a healthy breakfast will: Improve concentration and learning at schoolHelp maintain a healthy body weightEncourage healthier choices throughout the dayJumpstart metabolismProvide more energy and fuel for the dayWhat makes a healthy breakfast?A combination of foods from at least three of four food groups in Canada’s Food Guide  Grain products- Whole grain bread- English muffin- 1/2 whole grain bagel- Tortillas or flatbread- Cold or hot cerealsMilk and Alternatives- Milk (2% M.F or less) or cheese- Soy, Almond or Rice beverage- Greek Yogurt- Yogurt tube- Cheese stringMeat and Alternatives- Egg (omelets, boiled, etc.)- Peanut butter- Nuts & seeds- BeansVegetables and Fruit- Any fresh or frozen fruit or vegetables- 100% Juice in small amount (max 1/2 cup)- Dried fruits  Examples: Blueberries 2 egg omelettewithOatmealLow fat cheddar cheese&1 cup skim milk½ cup green pepper