“Including protein in a moderately sized breakfast can help you feel satisfied, energetic and focused during your morning hours

“Protein in meals helps stabilize your blood sugar after eating, and protein is important for muscle maintenance, repair and growth.

“We want to be fueling our body all throughout the day so that our body is expecting to sleep in the evening

“While adding more protein may be the right choice for some, a healthy balanced diet also includes sufficient vegetables, fruits, beans and whole grains.

“We know that many of our guests are looking to start their day with meals that are higher in protein, but that shouldn't mean sacrificing flavor

“This means avoiding skipped meals, which can lead to blood sugar fluctuations throughout the day

“There is a big difference between types of protein sources

“If you are really in the mood for a chicken and waffles morning, you can balance the rest of your day with lots of vegetables, fruits and fiber at lunch and dinner