Breakfast Preferred Day-Starter

What does it take to kick start you in the morning? A bagel, a shower -- or a headline? Most folks rely on a good meal.

A national survey has found that most people, 74 percent, rely on a good meal to fire them up in the morning. Kellogg's, which commissioned the Smart Start Cereal Survey, must have been happy to hear that.

The independent research firm that conducted the study found that 67 percent of Americans polled preferred to take a hot shower rather than a cold one. Another 64 percent said watching or listening to the news also helps them get ready to seize the day.

Sixteen percent of respondents said it takes a shot of caffeine in their morning cup of coffee or tea to help them face the world. And one in 10 prefer prayer, meditation or reading the Bible.