Breakfast Habits among School Children in Selected Communities in the Eastern Region of Ghana

Background: Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day, yet many people skip breakfast. Studies indicate that school age children who regularly skip breakfast are not likely to concentrate in class, thus affecting school performance. This study determined the breakfast habits and nutrient contributions of the breakfast meal to the days’ nutrient intake.Design: A cross sectional study was conducted among school children (n=359)...