Should you skip breakfast in the morning? Does low-fat mean low calories?

Dieters face these questions and many more each day as the choose what to eat. Janet Helm of the Chicago Tribune recently tackled them and how to avoid food fads.

To answer the questions: No, skipping breakfast isn't a good idea. You just eat more throughout the day. And low-fat foods often contain the same amount or even more calories than regular versions.

-- Amanda Barrett, amNY.com