Administration Proposes Easing Nutrition Guidelines For School Lunches

The USDA proposed changes to school nutrition guidelines, allowing more flexibility in serving meals like pizza and fries, potentially reducing fruit and vegetable servings. This move aims to address food waste and provide more appetizing meals. However, the American Heart Association opposes these changes, citing risks to children's health and a rollback of progress made by the 2010 Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act, championed by Michelle Obama.

What changes does the USDA proposal suggest for school meals?

• Increase in servings of fruits and vegetables

• Introduction of new dessert options

• More flexibility in serving entrees Ala carte

• Reduction in the availability of pizza and fries

Why does Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue support the proposed changes?

• To increase the variety of desserts

• To introduce new international cuisines

• To address food waste and provide flexibility

• To reduce the cost of school meals

What is the main concern of the American Heart Association regarding the USDA proposal?

• It will reduce the number of schools participating in meal programs

• It will increase the cost of school meals

• It will lead to more food waste

• It will negatively impact children's long-term health

Which act is being rolled back by the USDA's proposed changes?

• The School Lunch Improvement Act

• The National School Meal Program Act

• The Child Nutrition Act

• The 2010 Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act

Who championed the 2010 Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act?

• The American Heart Association

• Former First Lady Michelle Obama

• Former President Barack Obama

• Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue