For children and adolescents who consume breakfast, parents have less control of their
children’s choices outside of the home. One study found that of the adolescents who were
surveyed, 20% of them purchased their breakfast on their way to school (Radcliffe et al., 2004).
The majority of the food that was purchased were energy dense micronutrient-poor (EDMP).
This term which is used by the World Health Organization, refers to foods that are high in fat
and or sugar. They are also known to be processed foods (Radcliffe et al., 2004). This is why
schools and the wider community should promote healthier breakfast choices.