Published: June 2012

ID #: 63053

Journal: Child Obes

Authors: Ritchie LD, Boyle M, Chandran K, et al

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This article discusses the results of a study that compared foods and beverages served to 2- to 5-year-olds by type of child-care site and participation in the federally-funded Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Results from a statewide survey of California child-care providers suggest that CACFP child-care sites in general, and Head Start centers in particular, provide more nutritious options than non-CACFP sites. CACFP sites served more fruits, vegetables, milk, and meat/meat alternatives, and fewer sweets and snack-type items than non-CACFP sites.

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