Low GI breakfast linked to eating less calories

A study conducted at Oxford Brookes University and published in this month's British Journal of Nutrition gave children between eight and 11 years of age low- and high- glycemic index (GI) breakfasts and subsequently found a slight difference in their calorie intake at lunchtime.

Though the results were not statistically significant, the researchers said they point to the need for more investigation into this area in order to combat the growing global problem of childhood obesity.

You can try this at home and see for yourself. Try eating a breakfast with protein and fat and fiber- say salmon and vegetables- and notice what your cravings and energy levels are like for the rest of the day. (And if that's too far out for you, go with eggs and vegetables, hold the toast and potatoes). Guaranteed you'll feel better and eat less, even without trying.