Saturday, September 6, 2025

 We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  However, what you choose to ingest is just as important.  Beginning your day with a low sugar and hearty meal rooted around vegetables will provide you with energy and jump-start your metabolism.  Good for you fats, from foods such as avocados or eggs are always a good idea, as are whole grains in the form of toast or oatmeal.  Protein is vital and can be found in nuts, nut butters, and lean meats. Be careful with smoothies and yogurts, as these breakfast items are often hiding high amounts of sugar. However, it is noteworthy that some nutritionists suggest that if you must consume sweets, the best time to do it is first thing in the morning, giving your body the whole day to burn it off.  If you’re looking to improve your overall well-being, try starting each day with a protein-packed, vegetable and grain-based breakfast. 

TEAS 7 Reading Comprehension Diagnostic Test (45 Questions)
Question 34 of 45
Why Breakfast Matters

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Which of the following is a counterargument in the passage?

Some nutritionists suggest consuming sugar first thing in the morning.
Smoothies and yogurts are excellent breakfast options.
Low sugar breakfasts are best for a healthy lifestyle.
Protein is the most important component of breakfast.
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Answer Explanation
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Some nutritionists suggest consuming sugar first thing in the morning. 

This answer is correct. The author is arguing that eating breakfast low in sugar is best for overall health, and this statement counters that argument by suggesting that some in the health food industry say eating sugar for breakfast is optimal if you must eat sugar at all. 

Smoothies and yogurts are excellent breakfast options. 

The author argues that smoothies and yogurts may not be the best option for breakfast, as many sneakily contain sugar.  This answer is incorrect. 

Low sugar breakfasts are best for a healthy lifestyle. 

This is not an example of a counterargument, as this IS the author’s argument.  This answer is incorrect. 

Protein is the most important component of breakfast. 

One of the author’s secondary points is that protein is a critical part of a healthy breakfast. This is not an example of a counterargument, therefore this answer is incorrect. 

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