Did you know that today is National Food Day? October 24th is a nationwide celebration and a movement for healthy, affordable and sustainable food. May you make it a priority to eat real food that fuels you not just today, but every day of the year! Speaking of food, today's post is about what many refer to as the most important meal of the day - breakfast. According to The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, people who skip breakfast compared to those who regularly eat it have a 21% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Since excess body weight and poor diet are major factors in causing the disease, I think that this stat is the result of this: People who don't eat breakfast are more likely to overeat later in the day and/or grab something unhealthy when hunger strikes a ... [Read More]