Muffin, Bagel, Doughnut: What's the Best Choice?

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Muffin, Bagel, Doughnut: What's the Best Choice?

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Three of the most popular to-go breakfast foods in the U.S. don't necessarily serve as the best nutritional start to your day. Learn which may keep you going the longest in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/food-nutrition/facts/bagel-muffin-doughnut.htm
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