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CONTENTS 6 WHAT IS

THE S.O.S?

TEAM SISTERHOOD MICHELLE HOLLINGER Publisher and Editorial Director CATHY CHARLES Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator

WOMEN AND WEALTH

ALEXANDRA HARRIS Staff Photographer

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COVER STORY: A conversation with Roslyn Artis

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S.O.S COUNCIL: Learning Curve

Four mindful strategies for a healthy 2017

Why eating breakfast supercharges your health

PUBLISHER’S MESSAGE

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Bring Black Hist ory t o Life Importantly, the movie’s stars, director and producers are capitalizing on its popularity to capture the attention of young girls and encourage their interest in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) field. It’s doing what history should do – awakening a sense of wonder within us and activating an earnest desire to match or exceed what our ancestors accomplished.

In this, our seventh edition of The Sisterhood, our celebration of sisterhood continues and our approach to it is designed to always take you deeper. Try a different slant on Black History Month by making the celebration personal. Reach back and identify at least one woman in your ancestral lineage whose life you admire. If you cannot identify someone in your family, find a Black woman, any Black woman from the 18th, 19th or 20th centuries whose life inspires you to live better.

I’m curious about the role that sisterhood played between black women during slavery, Jim Crow and beyond. No woman could survive those indignities without a strong sense (sisterhood) of self; her S.O.S. You can be sure Mrs. Johnson and each of her peers had a keen S.O.S. It was evident in the way they interacted with each other and how they revered themselves. Likewise, Mary McLeod Bethune’s S.O.S. was so activated and powerful that despite racist and disempowering circumstances, she boldly created an institution of higher learning for African Americans that after a merger is now known as Bethune Cookman-University. Similarly, living from an active S.O.S. landed Dr. Roslyn Artis as president of South

Entering her fourth year as FMU’s leader, Artis’ priority for the institution is making it a national powerhouse and her 10 year plan for the Lions includes creating highly skilled graduates who snag high paying careers.

Genius, creativity, courage, resilience and a penchant for stepping out of “comfort” zones runs in our DNA. Our sister ancestors paved the way for us to live excuse-free, bold, authentic lives. Personalizing our celebration of Black History Month takes us deep into the lives of women who faced odds far greater than we ever have or will and equips us with motivation to do what it takes to create a life we can feel good, no fantastic, about. Happy Black History Month, my sisters. May it awaken in you greatness you have yet to discover.

Michelle

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7 PRINCIPLES of an active S.O.S. SISTERHOOD OF SELF

• All women have an S.O.S. that is either active or inactive. • The only way to activate your S.O.S. is to spend time in the silence, daily. 4

• Self-forgiveness elevates an active S.O.S. • Paying attention to thoughts and words is imperative to maintaining an active S.O.S. • Gratitude helps an active S.O.S. thrive. THE SISTER HOOD | JA NUA RY 2017

• An active S.O.S. points the way to inner splendor, which reveals life purpose. • An active S.O.S. impacts a woman’s sisterhood exchanges with other women

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Hidden Figures, the phenomenal movie about Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson and the other Black women in the NASA Space Program, is confirmation that Black History is full of rich, transformative experiences that African Americans must be diligent about discovering on their own. Why such an amazing story never found its way into public schools’ history curriculums and became as commonly known as Rosa Parks’ bold actions speaks volumes about what this country values.

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HYACINTH HENDERSON No matter how much you love that one pair of lace thongs or vibrantly colored boy shorts, there’s a special set of panties that you keep around. You don’t wear them as often as your other panties, they aren’t prominently positioned at the top of your lingerie drawer and depending on where you are in your personal life, your significant other either doesn’t know they exist or they fully understand what it means when you’re sporting them around the house. They’re dependable, comfortable and you know exactly how they’ll hold up when you need them most. They aren’t as sexy as your other panties, there aren’t adorned in lace, rhinestones or glitter, but they don’t have to be. They have one job and they do it so well that it doesn’t matter how plain (vanilla) they look. You’ll probably keep the same pair around for years because you know exactly what you’re getting when you wear them. Although you may not have a drawer full of period panties, the few that you have are essential to your wardrobe. You don’t rush to purchase a new set of period panties every time there’s a lingerie sale. Excited about the sale, you purchase a few new pair to add to the existing rotation of fickle panties. Period panties are a lot like bonds. Yes, bonds, as in ‘stocks and bonds’. Just like your trusted period panties, bonds may be considered unsexy too. They aren’t as exciting as stocks. Generally, you aren’t on the edge of your seat watching CNBC or

When you purchase a bond (debt security), you are loaning your money to the company, city or state that needs it. You are acting as a lender and they are acting as a borrower. The issuer of the bond promises to repay your money (plus interest) at a stated period of time in the future. You also act as the lender when you make deposits into your savings account at your local bank; except that the bank uses your deposits to extend loans to consumers while earning upwards of 18% (depending on the type of loan), while they pay you somewhere between 0.01 and 0.06 percent on your deposits- for the year. Unlike a stock (equity security), there are very few surprises associated with owning a bond- you know what you’re putting in, You know the amount and exactly when you’ll be repaid. You don’t have to watch the stock ticker to track the price of the bond throughout the day. So, while your shares of Apple may open at $119 per share and close at $99 per share on any given day - causing you to rethink your life choices-the likelihood of your bonds (period panties) throwing you for a loop are slim. Historically, stock & bond prices have had an inverse relationship; meaning when the stock market isn’t doing so well, the bond market is. Understanding that you can invest in ‘sexy stocks’ while appreciating the added value that ‘boring bonds’ bring can help make your investment wardrobe complete.

Our hair Majestic, coveted crown. Our skin Rainbow hues house sacred essence. Our soul Resilience, creativity, brilliance-infused DNA. Truth awakens gratitude, To jubilant ancestors, Whose ancient prayers demand, Wake up! Dream! Stand! No shackles. We see you. BE our subdued verity. BE magic, black girl! BE free! BE you! BE! BE! BE!

Word is bond! “Investing involves risks, including possible loss of principal. Bond investing, in particular, includes inherent risks including interest rate risk, inflation risk, market risk and credit risk. Please consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of any security carefully before investing.” Hyacinth Henderson is Managing Director, Investment Adviser for The Henderson Financial Group and is a registered representative of IFS Securities, located in Atlanta, GA. FINRA/MSRB/SIPC. Contact her at www. TheHendersonFinancialGroup.Com or 305825-1444.

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Marvin Gaye concert and exhibit ask ‘What’s Going On?’ BY MICHELLE HOLLINGER As millions of Americans ask “what’s going on” regarding the country’s political reality - made even more pronounced on Jan. 20 - Brian Owens brought a musical experience to Miramar that amplified the question while also serving as a brief escape. For the couple of hundred people in attendance for What’s Going On: The Marvin Gaye Experience at the Miramar Cultural Center on January 13, the lively show was a trip down memory lane as well as an entertaining distraction from the presidential election’s residual angst. The audience sang along as Owens, who’s been called “the second coming of Marvin Gaye,” performed hits from the late singer’s collection, including Can I Get a Witness, I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Got to Give it Up and Let’s Get it On. Duets with Anita Jackson of Ain’t No Mountain High Enough and You’re All I Need took the audience back to Gaye’s iconic duets with the late Tammy Tarrell.

BY MICHELLE HOLLINGER If you’re a regular reader of The Sisterhood, you’ve seen it near the bottom of my monthly Publisher’s Message. Included with its seven principles, I reference the S.O.S. and how to activate it with some specific steps. To bring it fully into manifestation, however; it helps to know exactly what it is. First off, every woman has it. We were born with it. Whether it is activated or not is another story. It’s easy to spot a woman with an active S.O.S. (Sisterhood of Self) because she’s busy living her life fully. She’s taking healthy risks, has identified or is busy pursuing her passion and her words are about progress, purpose and obliterating her “comfort zone;” not putting other women down, gossip or other energy-wasting conversations.

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She is aware that the relationship with self not only determines her quality of life; it also serves as the foundation for how she treats and is treated by other women. The S.O.S. is like faith – which everyone has. Whether or not it is used is the question. There is no such thing as someone

having more faith than someone else. It is true; however, that some people use their faith more than others. And because faith is like a muscle, the more you use it, the stronger it gets. Similarly, the S.O.S. exists within all women but must be activated to be effective. The 7 Principles of An Active S.O.S. guide women through the activation process so that they can put this powerful essence to use for their good and live the life they want to live. An inactive S.O.S. can lead to life as a spectator, watching your own existence unfold as though you have no control to shape it into what you want. Women who exit the planet with an inactive S.O.S. leave here with unwritten books, unlaunched businesses, brilliant but un-manifested ideas that could have made a difference in theirs and in the lives of others. Living with an inactive S.O.S. means living from a false sense of self. Women living from this imposter are more likely to accept a career others think is best suited for her than the life-calling with her name on it. They are also more likely to remain in a toxic relationship that is sucking the

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While Owens’ decision to conclude the show in a way that expressed social sentiments during a period of seeming turmoil was appreciated, (he closed with Sam Cook’s A Change is Gonna Come); the choice left several fans, this writer included, feeling somewhat cheated from the more complete Gaye experience a Sexual Healing encore might have provided.

life from them than to leave it anddisappoint the people around her. Another of its dysfunctions results in women behaving badly, especially towards each other because it’s impossible for a woman to give another woman what she can’t give herself. What we exude is what we attract, therefore women with an inactive S.O.S. constantly encounter other women with an inactive S.O.S.; and the cycle continues until somebody catches a glimpse of her true potential, steps into her truth and activates her S.O.S..

An exhibit of the late singer’s life and the social unrest that intertwined it more than made up for the omission of one of Gaye’s most popular, enduring tunes. Curated by Dr. Tameka Bradley Hobbs, author, Florida Memorial University professor and board member for the Miramar Cultural Trust, the exhibit includes enlarged photos of Gaye, his music and performances. The powerful visual display is punctuated with images from social unrest during the Civil Rights Movement and includes commentary from Gaye on a variety of occurrences.

Women who seem to have it all but still feel a longing for something more are very likely living with an inactive S.O.S. There is nothing outside of herself that can fill the void. The big house won’t fill it. The fancy car won’t fill it. Mr. Right can’t fill it. It’s an inside-out process that begins with shutting off all external noise and sitting in the silence – daily. And once activated, cultivation and nurturing are required to optimize its power. A paraphrased excerpt from The Sisterhood Exchange. Go to www.sisterhoodnewsmag.com to order an autographed copy.

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The free exhibit, “What’s Going On: Marvin Gaye’s America,” also includes pieces and design elements created by Danny Agnew of the Roots Collective. Exploring the album’s themes of war, economic inequality and civil unrest through photography, graphic art, and interviews, the exhibit runs through the end of February and can be viewed at the Ansin Family Art Gallery at the Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information, visit http://www.miramarfl.gov/573/Current-Exhibits.

A conversation with Roslyn Artis By MICHELLE HOLLINGER Since 2014, Florida Memorial University has been guided by Dr. Roslyn Artis, the first female president in the university’s 137 year history. The stunningly beautiful wife and mother holds a Juris Doctorate and a Doctorate in Higher Education. She enjoyed a thriving civil litigation practice before moving into academia and is poised to take South Florida’s only HBCU (birthplace of “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing,” aka the Negro National Hymn) to heights that will have its students easily distinguishable from their peers. The Sisterhood caught up with Artis to get to know the educational dynamo a little better while also getting her take on a few important topics, including sisterhood, fear and work/life balance THE SISTERHOOD (TS): What role does education play in transforming the Black community? RA: Education plays a central and indispensable role in the transformation of the Black community. There is ample, indisputable evidence that education is the single surest pathway to economic and social equality. It is the civil rights issue of our generation. Substandard schools, mass consolidation and lack of access to educational opportunities limit the upward mobility of our children and douse their genius. A focus on neighborhood/community schools with a diverse teaching corps, robust technology resources, including broadband access, as well as a diverse menu of co-curricular activities will do more to move our communities out of poverty than all other social programs combined. TS: Who your historical heroines? Why? RA: Mary McCloud Bethune and Harriet Tubman – the bravery and selflessness of Harriet Tubman to lead hundreds of slaves to freedom at great personal risk is the epitome of love for your people. The foresight of Bethune to build a school of students of color that would illuminate the intellectual paths for generations is students is something I admire greatly as an HBCU President and educator. TS: What’s your success strategy? Personally? Professionally? RA: Love what you do and give it everything you’ve got. I love sports and my favorite analogies are “hard in the paint” and “leave it all on the field.” Anything worth doing, whether it’s your marriage, your family or your job or a trip to the buffet line has to be worth committing to 100%. My love of sports lends itself to my very competitive nature. I

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want to win, hit the target, achieve the goal and I am willing to put in the work to increase the likelihood of success! Maya Angelou said, “Life works for people who do.” I believe that and so I apply myself and work hard on the things that matter to me. If I fail, it will not be for lack of preparation or effort on my part. TS: Where do you see FMU in ten years? RA: Florida Memorial will be nationally recognized as a “best in class” private HBCU, offering cutting edge programs in high demand fields like education, engineering, aviation, cyber security, broadcast journalism, entertainment technology, entrepreneurship and allied health. The Trayvon Martin Center for social justice will be a thought leader on issues of access, equity and criminal justice reform. Our student body of approximately 2,000 will have access to state of the art facilities, including modern living/learning communities, an immersive technology environment, a student center and a host of co-curricular activities designed to develop them socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually. Our LionPRIDE will be made manifest with nationally ranked athletic programs, a robust and competitive honors college and a proven track record of placing our graduates into high skilled, well-paying employment opportunities in their field of study immediately upon graduation. Students graduating from FMU will be easily distinguished from their peers by virtue of career readiness, global perspectives, critical thinking capacity and leadership prowess. TS: How do you define sisterhood? What role does it play in your life? RA: Sisterhood is the unselfish, non-competitive, life-affirming love for another woman that enables you to pray for her, cheer for her, wipe her tears, share your fears and love her unconditionally despite her human frailties. It is the oxygen women need to be healthy and whole. Therefore, it is essential to my being as an African American woman. Growing up, I’m not sure I enjoyed enough of it. As I’ve matured, I realize that the greatest legacy I can leave is to be a sister to others and to model genuine sisterhood it for the young women on my campus. TS: Has fear been an issue for you? If so, how do you navigate it? RA: I think if we are honest, we are all a little afraid. As women, we are often afraid that we aren’t good enough, smart enough, attractive enough, wealthy enough, thin enough - you name it. That is normal in a society that bombards you with the notion of

“perfection.” However, what I’ve come to understand is that I, you, we are MORE than enough and through my faith walk, I’ve realized that although feelings of fear are natural, we really have nothing to fear. I believe the word of God - He is with me always and therefore, I have nothing to fear! TS: Describe yourself using three words. RA: Driven. Blessed. Real.

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TS: Which book has had the biggest impact on your life? RA: How Children Succeed (Paul Tough) because as an educator and woman of color, I longed to understand why some students succeed and others do not despite seemingly similar circumstances. I am always searching for ways to unlock the secret to success for my students and understanding the importance of grit and determination and the origin of those characteristics was transformative for me. The fundamental premise is that young people crave nurturing and love. These things are the root of self-confidence that allows one to take risks, ask questions and develop a sense of entitlement to education and opportunity. The book helped to define my work at Florida Memorial – my first responsibility is to love my students and show them that they are worthy of a great education and all that life has to offer. TS: What do you do to relax? RA: I drink red wine and I laugh - the wine is not a requirement but the laughter is! Nothing soothes the soul and relaxes your mind better than a good laugh. I try not to take myself too seriously and to surround myself with people who share my sense of humor. TS: How do you balance work and family life? RA: I stopped trying to balance a long time ago. There is no such thing - there can never be absolute balance. I make choices each day about where I am needed most - where can I make the greatest impact. Sometimes my children win; sometimes it’s my husband and sometimes it’s the University. Occasionally it’s friends or another organization that needs me. Every once in a while, I need me. I need to take a break from all the things that claim a piece of my energy and feed my own soul. No matter where I am, there are 3 or 4 places I could/ should be. I have to make choices and then I have to free myself from the guilt associated with the things I’m not doing. I have to give myself permission to choose and then commit to that choice.

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Four mindful strategies for a healthy 2017 (BPT) — Losing weight and increasing exercise commonly make the top of New Year’s resolution lists. Yet many people fall short of their wellness goals each year. What can you do differently in 2017 to ensure you’re among those who succeed? “Mental health and taking time for yourself can greatly improve your chances of achieving your health and wellness goals,” says the Mayo Clinic. “It’s important to realize that changing any behavior is often a complex process that requires you to address the mental as well as physical aspects of the change you want to achieve.” Below are helpful strategies from the wellness professionals at Mayo Clinic to assist you in achieving your goals this year:

T he S.O.S Council An unfolding novel

Learning Curve By MICHELLE HOLLINGER “I messed up. I’m new at this and I’m still trying to understand the whole universal sisterhood thing,” Sheba said to Harriet, chief goddess of the S.O.S. Council. Miriam insisted she go alone to see Harriet and explain for herself why she let Shelby through prematurely. She replied “absolutely not,” when Sheba asked her to come along. Sashaying around in red pumps looking like she was ready to hit the town instead of heading up a group of angels, Harriet was as beautiful as she was wise. Her large hazel eyes cast a warm, exotic contrast against her dark brown skin, her round face framed by a large black afro. The dimple in her left cheek was visible whenever she was in deep thought, which was always, so hers was a permanent instead of smile-activated facial indentation. Harriet was elevated to the leadership post following her success with helping 15 women transform their earthly lives. She now serves in an advisory position helping the other council members fulfill their responsibilities. She observed Sheba’s behavior from a distance, allowing Miriam the space to teach the new member the dos and don’ts of angel guidance 101. Plus, Harriet saw the potential for a spontaneous reversal unfolding when Danita started praying. If only Sheba became genuinely willing to see the bigger picture by removing herself from the equation. The idea of being with her daughter again had to be replaced with a deeper desire to see her daughter live the life she was born to live.

Harriet knew unequivocally that if what she saw coming from Danita was combined with a spontaneous demonstration of the love existing beneath Sheba’s maternal love, the sacred vibrational mix necessary to breathe life into Shelby’s subconscious intention to fulfill her divine earthly plan was possible. The epiphany flashed so strongly through Sheba’s mind it caused her to involuntarily grab her forehead. In that brief instant, she saw Shelby as she was intended to be - free, successful, happy. Very, very happy. The next wave of emotion was similarly powerful because she was engulfed by a potent mixture of a love she had never experienced and residual tinges of the maternal obsession to be with her daughter. As if to respond to her forthcoming question of what this afterlife would be like without Shelby, an image of her daughter in a distant space helping others revealed with clarity what she must do. It wouldn’t be easy. Especially with Shelby clinging to her, hanging on with the same longing in her eyes she had on her fifth birthday. The birthday before all the madness started. The birthday with the pony, the cotton candy and her little friends from school whose contagious laughter had Shelby talking about the party for weeks. Miriam’s reminder about no touching floated through Sheba’s thoughts, so she eased out of Shelby’s reach and moved backwards. “Tell her how you’ve been helping her,” a voice said. “But I thought we weren’t supposed to tell them anything,” Sheba replied. THE SISTER HOOD | JA NUA RY 2017

“Telling her while she’s here is different than telling her while she’s there. Do you understand what I mean,” Miriam asks.

Be aware of self-talk Everyone has an internal dialogue, and it’s the voice we all believe the most. Is yours negative or positive? The voice of your self-talk can greatly affect your confidence level. Pay attention to your self-talk and evaluate if what you’re telling yourself is actually true. When self-talk turns negative, try to challenge it and find a more positive way to look at the situation. For example, turn “I always fail at losing weight because I eat too much” into “I enjoy eating fruits and vegetables and can easily eat three servings a day.” It will take time and practice to learn how to turn negative self-talk into positive, so be patient with yourself.

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Fight boredom with fun and creativity

Weight loss is a common New Year’s resolution goal, but to achieve it, you’ll likely need to do more than simply change your eating habits. Behaviors, thoughts and emotions may be playing a role in keeping you from shedding pounds. For example, not getting enough sleep can thwart better eating and exercise habits. Sleep deprivation can hinder your ability to control your emotions, interfere with positive thought processes and make you too tired to exercise regularly.

People fail at wellness goals for many reasons, including boredom. Approaching your goals with a creative and fun attitude can help keep them fresh and exciting - and keep you on track!

Being aware of factors that contribute to negative habits not only can help you succeed, it can also help you sustain the changes.

Try learning something new or vary your routine. For example, try a new recipe or modify your usual food choices. Learn to use a new piece of equipment at the gym, or take an exercise class to learn something you’ve always wanted to do. Dance around the house, take a healthy cooking class, read a book, travel, check an item off your bucket list or

create a list if you don’t have one. However you define “fun,” if you enjoy what you’re doing, you’re more likely to want to keep doing it. Prepare to overcome setbacks No matter how committed you are to a goal, setbacks are normal. Don’t let them derail you. Planning for setbacks and how you’ll overcome them can help you stay on track for the long term. When planning how you’ll reach a desired behavior change, try including some what-if scenarios. For example, if your fitness routine includes a yoga class after work and you get delayed, think about what you could do to still meet your exercise goal. You might be able to substitute another class or use body weight exercises at home. Having a back-up plan in case your original goal doesn’t work out can help you avoid “all-or-nothing” thinking. If you experience a setback, be compassionate with yourself; change is rarely easy. Giving yourself a break will help you dust yourself off and get back on track. By taking a mindful and proactive approach to your health, you’ll be on the way towards achieving your wellness goals through 2017 and beyond. To learn more about healthy living, visit www.mayoclinic.org/ healthy-lifestyle. For more information on customized wellness programs at Mayo Clinic, view our Healthy Living Program.

“No, not really,” Sheba reveals. “If she decides to return to her life and resume her human existence, she will not remember your words. She will sense their essence and hopefully, allow them to help her, but what you tell her here will become sort of a déjà vu experience for her.” Sheba takes a deep breath and a mighty wave of emotions and vivid memories instantly roll through her; Shelby’s birth, her first steps, her first word, her fifth birthday party and more zip through Sheba’s mind. Images of Sheba in unfamiliar circumstances surrounded and infused with intense love also appear. Sheba rises above Shelby, whose arms flail about searchingly before falling to her sides. She looks longingly as her mother goes higher, higher, becoming increasingly smaller and smaller. Shelby reaches up, extending her arms with open palms. When she can no longer see her mother, Shelby stands frozen, tears streaming. After a few minutes that seem like hours, she turns around and walks down the hall she traveled through. EDITOR’S NOTE: The S.O.S. Council is an unfolding novel being written by Michelle Hollinger. Each month, a new chapter will be included in The Sisterhood. To read preceding chapters, visit https://issuu.com/thesisterhood/docs/the_s.o.s._council_1.4. THE SISTER HOOD | JA NUA RY 2017

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Why eating breakfast supercharges your health (BPT) — Want to make 2017 the year you focus on your health? Wellness goals are admirable throughout the year, but too often well-meaning people make a common mistake that sabotages their efforts: they skip breakfast. It’s a daily choice that millions of people shrug off as no big deal, but research proves breakfast is an important component in how you feel throughout the day. Fueling up solely on java may perk you up momentarily, but it doesn’t do the trick long-term. Consider these five reasons why breakfast boosts your health and should not be ignored. Awakens your metabolism When you eat breakfast, you “break the fast” from your sleep periods and give your metabolism a wakeup call. When you sleep, your metabolism slows and you burn fewer calories while you rest. By eating a nutritious breakfast, you are sparking your internal engine so it burns calories and gives you more energy throughout the day. Helps you focus Hunger can make people irritable and it’s hard to focus on work when your stomach is grumbling. By eating a balanced breakfast of fat, protein and fiber, the food is processed into energy, allowing you to feel fuller longer. Steadies the burn When you skip breakfast, the body panics for nutrition, so come lunch you tend to overeat. This in turn overwhelms the metabolism and you end up with peaks and pits of energy throughout the day. For steady energy and efficient calorie-burning, eat a nutritious breakfast and other meals on schedule.

Encourages healthy choices People who eat breakfast tend to make healthier choices throughout the day. According to MayoClinic.org, “People who eat breakfast tend to eat a healthier overall diet, one that is more nutritious and lower in fat. In contrast, people who skip breakfast are more likely to skip fruits and vegetables the rest of the day, too.” Try starting the day with 100-calorie Thomas’ Light Multi-grain English Muffins. Sets a good example When you eat breakfast, it sets a good example for your family. Plus, sitting down to a nutritious meal is a positive way to start the day together. You’re helping your kids form healthy habits that will benefit them with increased focus and energy at school, ensuring they can do their best academically. Try this easy 5-minute recipe to start your morning. For more nutritious breakfast recipes, visit thomasbreads.com/recipes. Greek Yogurt English Muffin Ingredients: 1 Thomas’ Light Multi-Grain English Muffin Plain Greek yogurt Sprinkle of granola Handful of blueberries Honey for drizzling Directions: Split and toast English muffin. Let cool slightly, then top with yogurt, granola and berries. Drizzle with honey for an added touch of sweetness. Serve with more blueberries and strawberries, if desired.

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