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Influence of School Competitive Food and Beverage Policies on Obesity, Consumption, and Availability

In 2013, the U.S. Department of Agriculture issued an interim final rule containing nationwide standards for all competitive foods and beverages (CF&Bs). This review examines the influence of state laws and school district-level CF&B policies on student body mass index (BMI) and weight outcomes, consumption, and availability of CF&Bs in order to provide insight into More

Keywords: Body mass index (BMI), Competitive foods, Food service, Nutrition standards, School wellness policies, Snacks, Sugar-sweetened beverages, Vending machines

Date: January 2015

Resource Type: Journal Article

Focus Areas: Nutrition Policy & Programs School & After School

Influence of Competitive Food and Beverage Policies on Children’s Diets and Childhood Obesity. A Research Review

Competitive foods are foods and beverages that compete with school meal programs. They are sold through vending machines, a la carte cafeteria lines, school stores and other venues. Given that the foods and beverages available in schools have a significant impact on children’s diets and their weight, it is important to understand how competitive foods More

Keywords: Body mass index (BMI), Competitive foods, Food service, Fruits and vegetables, Home, Nutrition standards, School meal programs, School wellness policies, Snacks, Sugar-sweetened beverages, Vending machines

Date: July 2012

Resource Type: Research Review

Focus Areas: Nutrition Policy & Programs School & After School

Influence of Competitive Food and Beverage Policies on Children’s Diets and Childhood Obesity. An Issue Brief

Competitive foods are foods and beverages that compete with school meal programs. They are sold through vending machines, a la carte cafeteria lines, school stores and other venues. Given that the foods and beverages available in schools have a significant impact on children’s diets and their weight, it is important to understand how competitive foods More

Keywords: Body mass index (BMI), Competitive foods, Food service, Fruits and vegetables, Home, Nutrition standards, School meal programs, School wellness policies, Snacks, Sugar-sweetened beverages, Vending machines

Date: July 2012

Resource Type: Research Brief

Focus Areas: Nutrition Policy & Programs School & After School