When you finally get the kids off to school, walk the dog, and get made up for the day, you may not make time for breakfast. While skipping the meal can save time, you’ll miss out on some amazing benefits with which to start your day. Here are three reasons to eat breakfast every morning.

3 Perks of Enjoying Breakfast Every Day

1. Energize

Mornings are often sluggish as people down coffee or other caffeinated beverages to try to wake up. You can skip the unnecessary jolt of caffeine by eating breakfast. As your body begins digesting, you’ll feel more awake and focused thanks to rising glucose levels.

2. Reduce Risk of Diabetes & Obesity

A study published in the Journal of Physiology found that people who had breakfast consisting of 700 calories before 11 a.m. every day for six weeks were better able to process fat. The study subjects were also less likely to develop insulin resistance, which could lead to type 2 diabetes.

3. Kick-Start Your Metabolism

If you start the day without food, your metabolism moves slowly to conserve energy. Eating breakfast wakes up your digestive system after resting all night. And since your digestive system goes to work right away, you’ll burn more calories during the day.

When you’re ready to “Eat Local, Be Happy,” head to locally owned and operated Heavenly Island Lifestyle in Honolulu, HI, for a healthy breakfast. Their impressive menu of organic offerings is made of fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Here you’ll enjoy an inviting atmosphere in the heart of Waikiki while digging into an acai bowl or an eggs Benedict. Learn about their menu by calling (808) 923-1100 or visiting the website.