Who eats what for breakfast? - Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day, essential in replenishing the body's low energy levels after a night's sleep. But what's eaten varies considerably, depending on which country you wake up in. So, how do these countries typically start the day? What constitutes a good breakfast? Scan the morning menus of the following 30 countries and see if you can work up an appetite!

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Germany - In this country it's common to rustle up a board of fresh sausage, various cheeses and warm, fresh bread rounded off by strong coffee with milk - a typical German breakfast.

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Argentina - In this South American country they bake croissants filled with condensed milk. The result is a deliciously sweet snack and very characteristic of an Argentinian breakfast, appreciated by all.

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Australia - The secret ingredient in Australian breakfasts is Vegemite, a thick, black food spread that they smother toast with. The paste has a sticky texture, is salty to the taste and loved by the nation.

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Bolivia - Bolivians are mad for baked pies called "salteñas", which are savory pastries. Stuffed with vegetables and other ingredients, sugar and fruit is also added for a traditional breakfast treat.

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Brazil - Brazilians energize themselves in the morning with a platter of bread, butter, coffee, orange juice and milk. Ham and cheese are often included in the meal.

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Canada - In fact, the Canadian breakfast is a Polish delicacy introduced to the country by homesick immigrants. "Pierogi" is a type of cake made from pasta and traditionally stuffed with potato, cheese, meat and fruit. This overseas treat is now included in many Canadian breakfasts, and is sometimes accompanied by sausages and toasties.

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China - In China breakfast ingredients merge seamlessly with those of lunch and dinner in that noodles, rice, fried chicken and vegetables mixed with deliciously exotic sauces are served at sunrise, and also at midday and at sunset.

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Colombia - "Changua" is a hearty breakfast broth of milk, onion, cheese and eggs that keeps Colombians fired up till lunchtime.

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Costa Rica - The morning meal in this country is "gallo pinto" and typical of Costa Rica. A rich concoction of rice, black beans, cream and corn tortilla, the dish is sometimes complemented with avocado, fried bananas and various meats. If you can move after all that, you're doing well.

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Cuba - Breakfast in this country is a rather sparse affair usually consisting of something light such as coffee with sweetened milk and typical country-style bread toasted, sliced and layered with butter.

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Denmark - Refined Danes typically begin their day with rye bread, cheese, salami pâté, honey and a selection of cereals.

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Egypt - The traditional Egyptian breakfast is the curiously sounding "ful madames". It's a dish of fava beans served with peas, garlic and lemon and can be also be dressed with eggs and selected vegetables, seasoned to taste. The ingredients are tempered using olive oil and tahini sauce, a paste made of sesame seed - a method employed in kitchens throughout the East.

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Spain - Toasted Catalan bread is a typical Spanish culinary offering and often eaten as a breakfast. It's served with a topping of pulverized tomato flavored with garlic and olive oil. It can be further decorated with ham and cheese.

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Estonia - Estonians opt for a simple start to the day with a slice or two of toast garnished with melted cured cheese.

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United States of America - The American people charge themselves up in the morning with a shed load of pancakes, bacon strips, heaps of berries and lashings of butter. This is the country's most traditional start to the day and a dish enjoyed in almost every state in the nation.

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Philippines - In this country they wake up to fruit, particularly fresh mango slices. However, your average Philippino is not adverse to a portion of rice, eggs and a few beans to supplement their intake.

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France - The original continental breakfast, the French adore their warm freshly baked croissant, usually taken with a glass of tangy orange juice followed by a strong black coffee. A sprinkling of almonds or chocolate, or a dollop of cream, adds a certain "je ne sais quoi".

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Ghana - The most popular breakfast in this country is "waakye", a rich and tasty dish made with cooked rice and beans.

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England - The Brits don't stand on ceremony when it comes to their brekkie. A plate overflowing with eggs, beans, bacon, sausages, mushrooms and tomato, kept company by slabs of fried bread, is the UK's idea of a healthy start to the day. A mug of steaming tea washes it all down.

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Italy - Like in France, the Italians also include croissants on the breakfast table. Throw in a bread roll and the obligatory cappuccino and they're good to go.

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Japan - Health-conscious Japanese wake up with the rising sun to fish, rice and tofu garnished with soy sauce. It's prepared as a stew, and chopsticks are optional.

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Morocco - The secret of a good Moroccan breakfast lies in the variety of bread available on the table. Pancakes and other pastries are equally important ingredients. A choice of sweet jams are always at hand.

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Mexico - Breakfast is a hearty affair in Mexico, and a large plate is needed to contain the chunks of succulent beef, "chilaquiles" (strips of corn tortillas), nachos dripping with cheese and a mountain of beans that are consumed at the table. Typically, the dish is fired up with a spicy condiment.

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Wales - The Welsh breakfast is a simple and practical exercise in savoring cheese on toast, boyo!

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Pakistan - A popular Pakistani breakfast is "aloo paratha" - wholewheat flat bread. The dough is mixed with ghee, a butter substitute used widely in the region. Typically, the bread is stuffed with vegetables moistened with a spicy sauce.

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Portugal - The Portuguese typically enjoy a buttered croissant of ham, cheese or both. The caffeine hit is accomplished by sipping a "bica", a ridiculously strong black coffee.

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Russia - "Oladi" is Russia's favorite morning menu snack. They are a type of pancake similar to the British Yorkshire pudding, which is best served dripping with jam or honey.

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Uganda - Breakfast choice varies from region to region in this country but a popular dish is the one which combines stewed beef with mixed green bananas, vegetables, and a beer sauce - all guaranteed to send you back to sleep!

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Venezuela - "Empanadas" are great for breakfast on the the go, and in this Latin American nation they often stuff them with cheese, ham, minced meat or a healthy bean and vegetable combo.

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Vietnam - This is perhaps one of the most exotic breakfasts in the world. It consists of a melody of minced meat in semolina, bean sprouts and pork intestine infused with spices. Chinese donuts add further weight. The result is a rich, hearty broth that will probably see you through the rest of the day.

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