Monthly Archives: April 2014
In Honor of Earth Day: 8 Simple Ideas for a Greener (and Healthier!) School
April 22, 2014 | Posted by Stacy under Eco friendly lunch gear, Making change, School wellness programs, USDA policy |
Hey, everybody–it’s Earth Day! Last year, it was my goal to eat only local foods for one full day at home. This year, I’m focusing on ways to minimize waste and be more eco-conscious at school. Because as we know, there’s more to school wellness than just healthy eating and physical activity. So with no further ado…8 […] more
Does Banning Chocolate Milk in School Really Backfire?!?
April 18, 2014 | Posted by Stacy under Cafeteria food, Chocolate milk, Healthy lunch, School lunch |
Eliminating chocolate milk in school cafeterias is a subject of great debate, and one that I have yet to tackle on this blog. But the results of a new study have prompted me to break my silence. Normally I’m a big fan of the Cornell University Food and Brand Lab’s work, but its latest research […] more
Why Diet Soda Has No Place In Our Schools
April 16, 2014 | Posted by Stacy under Junk food in school, USDA policy |
If your school still has vending machines filled with soda and other sugary drinks, good news: New proposed United States Department of Agriculture’s Smart Snacks in School rules due to kick in this summer should put an end to the sale of full-calorie Coke and Pepsi during school hours. Now, the bad news: The new […] more
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