NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade
Dietitian provides balanced breakfast strategies for students
Licensed dietitian Katherine Shary recommends pairing protein and carbohydrates to fuel students for the school day, noting that breakfast does not need to be a large meal or traditional breakfast food. Parents are encouraged to prepare meals in advance, such as frozen breakfast burritos or egg muffins, to simplify morning routines.
Read the full story at WSVN 7 News MiamiWhy It Matters
This information provides parents with practical strategies for managing student nutrition during busy school mornings.
Key Facts
- A balanced breakfast should include both protein and carbohydrates.
- Breakfast does not need to be a large meal if a child is not hungry in the morning.
- Traditional breakfast foods are not required; leftovers like turkey wraps or sandwiches are acceptable options.
- Breakfast burritos can be prepared in bulk and frozen for later use.
- Involving children in the selection of ingredients for meals like egg muffins may increase the likelihood they will eat them.
- Parents should be mindful of limiting overall sugar content when adding sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.