Your body needs milk throughout life, but it's especially important when you're a teenager. Almost 15 percent of your height is added during the teenage years. You actually need more calcium now than you did when you were in grade school. The protein, potassium and calcium give you the extra fuel you need. I have cereal for breakfast, so I get enough milk.
Truth Pump up the volume.
Eating cereal and milk for breakfast is a good start, but your body needs at least three 8-oz. Instead of drinking soda at mealtime, switch to milk. Add chocolate syrup, or vanilla or almond flavoring for variety.