People who eat breakfast are less likely to catch a cold or the flu, found researchers from Cardiff University (United Kingdom).  The team speculates that a hearty breakfast fuels the immune system with cellular energy.  Additionally, people who routinely miss breakfast are more likely to have more stressful, hectic lives, which may weaken immune defenses and increase the chances of getting an infection. Start your day with fresh fruit (oranges or berries) or unsweetened juice, dairy foods (low-fat milk or yogurt), and whole grains (whole-grain hot or cold cereals, whole-wheat toast).

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