The importance of school nutrition programs

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Focus on Food

All INdiana Podcast Network

70 episodes

3 weeks ago

WISH-TV’s Focus on Food is a commitment to addressing food insecurity in the community.

Focus on Food aims to empower healthy living by providing resources, recipes, and information on food issues in Indiana.

With 1 in 9 Hoosiers and 1 in 8 children facing hunger, the program seeks to shed light on problems like food deserts and offer solutions through access to food information, recipes, and community resources.

Find more on the Focus on Food website which features a variety of recipes tailored to different dietary needs and occasions, encouraging everyone to participate in the cause by visiting wishtv.com/food and watch the ongoing coverage on WISH-TV.

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WISH-TV’s Focus on Food is a commitment to addressing food insecurity in the community.

Focus on Food aims to empower healthy living by providing resources, recipes, and information on food issues in Indiana.

The importance of school nutrition programs

Focus on Food

5 minutes 42 seconds

7 months ago

The importance of school nutrition programs

March marks National Nutrition Month, highlighting the importance of healthy meals for children both at home and in schools. School nutrition programs play a crucial role in ensuring students receive nutritious meals that support their academic performance and overall well-being. School nutrition programs also alleviate stress for families by reducing the financial burden of providing meals and ensuring that children receive balanced nutrition. These programs are guided by standards set by the USDA, which include dietary guidelines that schools must follow to ensure meals are healthy and balanced. For example, the Child and Adult Care Food Program requires that canned fruit be served in 100% fruit syrup instead of sugary syrups, and that milk served is 1% to reduce saturated fat intake. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to understand the guidelines and food choices made in school meals, as they serve as role models for their children’s eating habits. School nutrition programs are vital for promoting food security and reducing barriers for families, ensuring that students can focus on learning without the distraction of hunger. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.