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Your source for both local and nation-wide school food reform news. We aim to provide up-to-date information that relates to the current school food climate and related topics. We also include updates on the s’Cool Food Initiative such as local press coverage, event alerts, and more. Check back often for updates!
Healty School Meals And Educational Outcornes
Recent research sheds light on the significant influence of diet on educational performance, revealing that enhancing school meal programs can lead to remarkable improvements in students' academic achievements. This study underscores the vital role that nutrition...
Study Finds Mercury In High Fructose Corn Syrup
Mercury contamination is a pressing issue that poses serious risks to public health, particularly for vulnerable populations like pregnant women and young children. This potent neurotoxin, known to accumulate in fish and seafood, can have devastating effects on brain...
The Link Between Local Food Environments and Obesity
A recent study titled "Designed for Disease: The Link Between Local Food Environments and Obesity and Diabetes" offers compelling insights into how the availability and types of food retail options in a community can influence health outcomes, particularly obesity and...
Childhood Body-Mass Index and the Risk of Coronary Heart Disease in Adulthood
A recent study sheds light on a pressing public health concern: the association between childhood obesity and the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) in adulthood. As childhood obesity rates continue to climb globally, understanding the long-term health implications...
Childhood Obesity – The Shape of Things to Come
As the childhood obesity epidemic continues to escalate, it raises significant concerns about the long-term implications for physical and psychological well-being. This complex issue is not just a personal health concern; it extends into broader societal and economic...