PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE AU - Vinall, Phil ED - Leidy, Heather J. TI - The Breakfast Controversy DP - 2014 Apr 01 TA - MD Conference Express PG - 11--12 VI - 13 IP - 21 4099 - http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/13/21/11.short 4100 - http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/13/21/11.full AB - Although most people will say they believe it is the most important meal of the day and lay publications often link it with increases in metabolism, weight loss, and improvements in mood and the immune system, Americans frequently skip breakfast. This article discusses the potential relationship between skipping breakfast and the rise in obesity in America and the benefits of eating a daily breakfast.