This paper provides some explanation and direction for state agencies and School Food Authorities to use in the discussions on the new calorie maximum as well as some tips to improve acceptance of school meals.
The Track and Field Fuel Up Challenge is based on and complements the messages and supporting content for children as well as the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate.
This study, Models of SNAP Education and Evaluation (Wave I), is the first of two FNS-initiated independent evaluations designed to identify potential models of effective SNAP-Ed nutrition education and impact evaluation.
The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) provides all children in participating schools with a variety of free fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the school day. It is an effective and creative way of introducing fresh fruits and vegetables as healthy snack options.
This memorandum describes the provisions of Section 241 of the Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act, and how FNS will implement these provisions.