Our mother was right

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. Having your first meal within an hour of waking snaps your body out of fasting mode and revs up your metabolism, so you burn more calories throughout the day.

 Going without food until lunch can increase your body's insulin response, which may encourage fat storage. A nutritious breakfast, on the other hand, replenishes the glycogen stores that supply your body with energy. You'll feel more awake and focused.