Like many of the items found at Costco, the bakery muffins are large in both size and calories. They also contain high amounts of fat and saturated fat.

Carnation Instant Breakfast is a fast, convenient meal to start the day. Although it contains some healthy nutrients, be aware of its high sugar, low-fiber content.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a disorder of the muscular movement in the digestive tract. Physicians are unsure of what causes it but believe there is a problem with the signals between the brain and intestines. Symptoms may include belly pain, bloating, cramping, diarrhea and constipation.

On the surface, granola doesn't seem so bad. The primary ingredient, whole-grain oats, packs a big fiber punch and supports digestive health. Nuts and seeds provide a heart-healthy source of dietary fats, and dried fruits add natural sugar to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Although eating any kind of breakfast is better than not eating breakfast at all, some breakfast options are better than others.

Fortified cereals can be a beneficial way to consume the recommended daily amounts of vitamins and minerals. The variety of options and flavors available make it easier to find a fortified cereal for every taste and diet preference. Two well-known names in ready-to-eat cereals are General Mills and Kellogg's.

Keeping ready-to-eat, nutritious foods on hand can help you stick to a healthy diet because you can reach for them instead of fast food or unhealthy snacks when you're hungry. Yogurt and granola can be ideal choices for breakfasts or snacks.

A steaming bowl of oatmeal sounds like the perfect stick-to-your-ribs breakfast, designed to give you energy and keep you feeling full all morning. But if eating a bowl of oatmeal has you feeling more like you need a nap, something in your breakfast bowl may not be good for you.

Are you a fan of carrot cake? Do you love pancakes? These carrot cake pancakes might become your new obsession and your new favorite breakfast recipe.

Getting a good head start on your day means eating a healthy breakfast, but with so many choices, finding smart choices can be confusing. Pancakes are a hearty option, providing a high quantity of carbohydrates and a range of vitamins and minerals, but pancakes are relatively high in fat, calories and sodium.

Which is a more healthy breakfast: eggs or cereal? The author explores several studies as well as her own experiences.

This recipe for pumpkin spice protein pancakes uses chickpea flour in place of all purpose flour, which means these pancakes are rich in fiber, protein packed and gluten free.