ABC News May 19, 2010

Tip of the Day: Build a Better Breakfast

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They say eating a good breakfast every day can help to keep you at a healthy weight. Now, who doesn't want that? So what's really healthy and good to eat in the morning?

Get the latest news and information about eating healthy EVEN at breakfast time with these ABCNews.com tidbits:

Do you follow the serving sizes posted on the side of your box of cereal? Probably not. The FDA is considering giving those guidelines a much-needed makeover to reflect Americans' eating habits. The question: Show people the nutrition content for the serving size the average American actually eats or the portion they should be eating to stay healthy? CLICK HERE for more information.

According to the U.S. Agriculture Department, the average American consumes about 156 pounds of added sugar each year, per capita. That's troubling, especially because a new study says there's a significant correlation between dietary added sugars and an increased risk for diabetes, heart attack and stroke. CLICK HERE for more information.