An elevated blood glucose level helps the brain function more efficiently. Our memory will work more efficiently as the brain can better manage complicated information gathering tasks.

Our ability to concentrate is enhanced, as the brain is properly nourished and functioning optimally. Thus we feel more alert and our mood is also elevated.

As part of your breakfast you should include a good intake of fluids. Most of us do not drink sufficient water throughout the day.

By including water and fruit juices as part of your breakfast you achieve two goals — you properly hydrate yourself and the fruit juice provides a further source of carbohydrates.

Try to avoid drinking too much tea or coffee, as these are both diuretics, forcing the body to excrete fluid, thus detrimentally affecting hydration levels.

Breakfast cereals are one of the major sources of B vitamins in the UK diet. By missing out on vital vitamins at this stage of the day you may not replace them later on.

B vitamins in particular are very important for the metabolic pathways involved in the metabolism and release of energy from all the macronutrients.