It’s been a busy spring in the nation’s capital for advocates of child nutrition programs. Hard on the heels of USDA’s February announcement of a proposed final rule establishing new,…
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Warmer weather, longer days and more sun—summer is almost here! As schools close and the season begins, long road trips are in store for many. Maybe you’re headed to a…
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When you’re in a leadership position, saying “I don’t know” might feel like a dangerous misstep that undermines your credibility and your authority. Whether you’re leading a work team, a…
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Thanks to the free school meal waivers made available through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, participation in school meals programs surpassed pre-pandemic levels during SY2021-22, according to a report…
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The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) of 2010 changed school nutrition standards significantly, and a recently published study reveals it likely helped reduce childhood obesity nationwide. The 15-year study, published…
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Two of the “Big 9,” peanut and tree nut allergies sound similar—but they are not the same.
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Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy, balanced diet—but it turns out that kids might not be getting enough of them. Research published recently by the Centers…
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Everyone’s got a crystal ball, right? Since late December, a wide range of food organizations have consulted their respective divination sources to cast predictions about the hottest trends we can…
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The iconic Heinz Ketchup bottle may be getting a modern makeover—not of its design but of its packaging material! The brand is working with Pulpex to produce an environmentally friendly…
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Varieties in this branch of the citrus family tend to be considered interchangeable, but there are significant differences. The two most popular are navel oranges and mandarins. The navel orange…
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