What we put in our systems is important year-round, but is particularly impactful when it comes to students. The necessity of eating a balanced breakfast every morning can’t be understated, “especially for those growing brains,” says dietary consultant Tara Collingwood (watch, runtime: 26:21). What’s even more important than breakfast is what breakfast is made of. Plenty of protein and fiber are key to keeping your child satiated and at ease until it’s time for lunch, according to Columbia Tribune. If you’re the creative type, here’s a list of 25 back-to-school recipesthat you can use or expand upon.

Good food becomes a question of striking the right balance for college students. It’s tempting to subsisting on just coffee, noodles, and other low-cost food items when you’re on a tight budget and schedule. College students often fall prey to the demands of college life, but failing to follow a healthy and balanced food regimen can have more long-lasting effects than we realize. “Short-term effects of diets that lack basic nutrients, fruits and vegetables [include] decreased energy and focus [and] an unhealthy body weight. Serious, long-term effects include an increase risk of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and cancer,” Maddie Buxton writes for Collegian.