The more often children refuse morning meals, the higher the risk of serious behavioral problems. This conclusion was made by Spanish scientists from the University of Castile-La Mancha.
A study found that children who skip breakfast are more likely to have behavioral problems. More recently, breakfast was called the most important meal of the day, because it was believed that at this moment a person receives the fuel necessary for his body and mind for the whole day. But in recent years, a growing number of people have begun to doubt this idea. Intermittent fasting has become very popular, as it has been found to increase life expectancy.
Scientists: skipping breakfast is deadly
Research shows that skipping breakfast more than triples the risk of problems like anxiety, low self-esteem and low mood in young people. Spanish scientists surveyed the parents of 3,700 children and adolescents aged 4 to 14 to determine how a particular diet affects their mental health.
Skipping breakfast can be dangerous for the heart
Skipping breakfast can cause mental health problems as children miss out on critical nutrients in the morning. And during the day this deficit is not replenished. At the same time, getting breakfast on the way to school from a cafe or restaurant increases the risk of developing behavioral problems, compared with the usual homemade morning meal. Therefore, it is important not only to have breakfast, but also to do it at home – at the family table. (READ MORE) 
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The four campuses of the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM) are located in the picturesque areas of the provinces that are part of the autonomous community of the same name.