The Most Important Meal of the Day

Do you run your car on empty? I am going to guess that you all answered no to that question. That being said, I have noticed a trend in a lot of the comments I've gotten with this Kellogg's campaign. A lot of you tell me a whole lot of excuses of why you can't eat breakfast. However, you would never run your car an empy, so why are you doing that to your body?

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An observation that I have made about myself is that if I don't eat breakfast I have a hard time getting done what I need done. I feel lethargic. Eating a good breakfast like Kellogg's allows me to think about the task at hand instead of a grumbling stomach or thinking about what I should be eating later. That is why Tip #28 is such a good tip. It really tells you why you shouldn't be skipping breakfast.

One of the rules in my house is that we eat breakfast. This was a rule my own mother had. There is no way to get out of this. It holds true during the week and the weekends. We always have breakfast. I always have a full pantry of Kellogg's cereal, so my kids always have a choice for what they want to eat. Like me, I want to set my kids up for having a good day. I want them concentrating on their studies and not their growling bellies. My kids just got their report cards last week and got all A's and B's, so I'm doing something right!

If you still don't have time for breakfast, just get up 15 minutes earlier. My kids can eat breakfast in less than 15 minutes (well, most mornings they can!), so take those 15 minutes to refuel yourself. If you need a prompt to reminder you to eat breakfast, take the box of cereal out and place it where you will see it in the morning.

How do you recharge for the day ahead? What do you eat for breakfast?

Kellogg’s® believes that From Great Starts Come Great Things®. So we’re helping Moms start every day with a tip from the top athletes of Team Kellogg’s™ and Team USA dietitians. The thirty days leading up to the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games will each feature fun pieces of advice to help families fuel just like the athletes of Team Kellogg’s.Compensation was provided by Kellogg’s via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Kellogg’s.

Lisa Martin

In April 2006, Lisa began blogging to stay connected with distant relatives and friends. As she delved into blogging, she discovered the potential to assist others by sharing her experiences. Lisa has actively engaged in numerous exclusive media ventures. Notable among these are her participation in events such as the Sony Mommy Bloggers Event, the Pampers Mommy Bloggers Event, the Epson Event in Chicago, the Stouffers Event, a memorable yacht excursion with Lands End, collaborations with 1-800-Baskets, an exclusive tour for bloggers by Mrs. Prindable’s, partnerships with Hallmark, PopCap games, Chicago Cubs Mastercard Priceless Events, and Rug Doctor. In addition, she has collaborated with Nutrisystem on a weight loss initiative, teamed up with Buick and Chevy, and served as a brand ambassador for Sprint. Lisa's collaboration portfolio also extends to Disney, where she has participated in press trips for significant movies such as Frozen, Guardians of the Galaxy, McFarland USA, The Good Dinosaur, The BFG, and Cars 3. Notably, for projects like Frozen, The BFG, and Cars 3, she was granted the privilege of walking the red carpet and conducting interviews with celebrities. The impact of Lisa's blog has gained recognition, with The New York Times referencing her content. Moreover, she has been featured in interviews by respected publications such as the Southtown Star, The Chicago Sun Times, and inside.