Instead of cozying up with the morning paper in your breakfast nook today, pour over this fun infographic that highlights some of the billion-and-one benefits of a morning grub session. Make sure to munch on a bowl of hearty oatmeal (sprinkle some cinnamon and add some fresh fruit slices for a healthy treat) and not a dish brimming with Trix: In one study, oatmeal eaters performed up to 20 percent better on tests of concentration and memory than those who had a sugary cereal.

Below, six studies and articles digested by Online Colleges for one great guide:

Inforgraphic courtesy of onlinecolleges.net