Healthier Foods in Schools

Healthier Foods in Schools

Sometimes lunch lines and vending machines don't offer the healthiest items. Innovative solutions like farm-to-school programs are bringing fresh produce and whole grains to schools. And vending machines are being restocked with fresh options like fruit and yogurt. What do you want to change in your community?

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Healthier foods in childcare and preschool settings
Find out what parents and childcare providers can do to teach impressionable minds to love their greens and start healthy eating habits from the very beginning.
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Healthier food options in school:
It's the most important break in their school day. And thanks to concerned parents and kids, it's becoming the time to load up on lean meats, fresh vegetables and whole grains.
Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools (PDF)

Healthier vending machines:
What if a school vending machine satisfied the craving for a crisp apple? It can be as simple as letting your school know it's time for change.
Developing a Healthy Beverage Vending Agreement (PDF)

Farm-to-school programs:
Farms are fast becoming important providers of school lunches. And many schools are finding room to grow fruits and vegetables right on their own properties.
Delivering More: Scaling Up Farm-to-School Programs (PDF)

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