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Should Bake Sales Be Banned?

In an attempt to address rising rates of obesity among children and teens, some states have proposed a ban on bake sales. Read on for our idea of a healthy compromise.
Posted 5/28/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 111 comments   34,786 views
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Is This School Lunch Revolution in Action?

Learn about a new quick service option that meets the newly revised USDA guidelines and is collaborating with many reputable organizations to revolutionize school lunches.
Posted 4/19/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 43 comments   17,307 views
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The Not-So-Extreme School Lunch Makeover

After more than fifteen years, the school lunch regulations have been updated. Learn more about the new changes that students and parents will find next fall.
Posted 1/30/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 33 comments   20,239 views
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Physical Activity Boosts Kid’s Brain Power

These days, kids feel more pressure than ever to maintain a high G.P.A., and new research shows that exercise might help. Can physical activity really boost brain power?
Posted 1/27/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 25 comments   26,887 views
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Share Your Thoughts: Pizza as 'Vegetable' in School Lunches

U.S.D.A plans to overhaul school lunches were blocked last week, so now pizza can be considered a vegetable. What do you think about that decision? Share your thoughts!
Posted 11/21/2011  6:00:00 PM By:   : 143 comments   20,951 views
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Healthy (Fun) Foods for Classroom Parties

Next time your child has a birthday, send her off to school with a healthier snack to share. Here are 17 kid and mom-approved food ideas that make healthy eating fun!
Posted 10/19/2011  6:00:00 AM By:   : 25 comments   76,349 views
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Help Spread the Word for National School Lunch Week

In honor of National School Lunch Week, the Master of Arts in Teaching Program at USC shared a really cool graphic with us. We hope you like it as much as we do!
Posted 10/12/2011  2:00:00 PM By:   : 20 comments   13,857 views
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The Best Kid-Tested Lunchbox Recipes

With three teenage boys, Chef Meg has packed hundreds of lunches over the years. Read her best tips for getting kids to eat right--and these recipes are good for adults, too!
Posted 9/12/2011  6:00:00 PM By:   : 15 comments   25,398 views
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Think INSIDE the Lunchbox with '4 Ingredients'

Kim McCosker of the hit Australian website and best-selling cookbooks "4 Ingredients" shares her best tips for packing a healthy lunch!
Posted 8/29/2011  10:00:00 AM By:   : 24 comments   51,734 views
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Fit & Fresh Makes Healthy School Lunches Cool Again

Getting your kids to eat healthy lunches is only half the battle. You also have to keep those foods safe until lunchtime. Fit & Fresh Lunch Kits can help.
Posted 8/22/2011  10:00:00 AM By:   : 14 comments   21,440 views
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Take the Hassle Out of Packing School Lunches

Packing a healthy school lunch takes time. Use these tips to turn the tables and make lunches your child's responsibility this year.
Posted 8/18/2011  2:00:00 PM By:   : 13 comments   17,683 views
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Tips to Pack a Nutrient Rich Lunch to Save Pennies

Use these helpful tips to create healthy lunches your children will enjoy without breaking the bank.
Posted 8/15/2011  10:00:00 AM By:   : 26 comments   30,629 views
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How to Pack a Waste-free Lunch

The average school-age child generates more than 60 pounds of waste each year just from disposable lunches. Learn how you can save money and the planet this school year.
Posted 7/25/2011  10:00:00 AM By:   : 56 comments   50,848 views
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School Lunches: The Newest Childhood Obesity Risk

A new study found that kids who regularly purchased school lunches were more likely to be obese than those who brought their lunches. Surprised?
Posted 2/24/2011  2:00:00 PM By:   : 89 comments   32,692 views
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Healthy School Lunch Recipes Your Kids Will Love to Eat

Need some ideas for packing healthy school lunches? We've rounded up some healthy and delicious recipes that your kids will love.
Posted 8/24/2010  4:00:00 PM By:   : 32 comments   166,084 views
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