Is Breakfast the Most Important Meal?

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We’ve all heard that Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but where does that idea come from? And is it true? On today’s episode, Vanessa Hill joins us to uncover the history of breakfast and whether or not we can truly determine if it is the day’s most important meal.

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Written and Hosted By: Danielle Bainbridge
Graphics By: Noelle Smith
Edited By: Linda Huang
Produced By: Kornhaber Brown (www.kornhaberbrown.com)

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Is Breakfast the Most Important Meal?

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Why You Should Stop Eating Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

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