Blogs A Guide to an Allergy-Friendly School Lunch Ideas Have you ever watched a child’s face light up when they open their lunchbox, only to see it fall when they realize they can’t eat what’s inside? As a parent and a former school nurse, I’ve seen this scenario play out more times than I can …

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Blogs School Lunches: Why Balanced Diets Matter More Than You Think Have you ever peeked into your kid’s lunchbox and wondered if what’s inside really makes a difference? Well, grab a seat, because we’re about to dive into the surprisingly fascinating world of school lunches! As a parent who’s been on both sides of the …

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Blogs Checklist on preparing healthy school lunches For a healthy school lunch, you should aim to include three of the four food groups. This goal shows how crucial it is to pack nutritious meals for kids. It gives them the nutrients, energy, and focus they need for school and beyond. This guide covers all you …

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Blogs 10 Nutritious Alternatives to Processed Foods in School Cafeterias Lunch is key for kids, giving almost a third of their daily calories. It’s vital for their energy, growth, and focus. A balanced meal from all food groups boosts their body and mind for the day. Parents in Canada often choose cafeteria or processed meals …

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Blogs 7 Creative Fundraising Ideas to Save Our School Lunches Image by freepik Did you know that school lunch fundraisers can be very effective? Even selling through websites with secret family recipes can be a hit. These fundraisers are both fun and help raise money for student needs. Whether it’s a simple food stand or …

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Blogs The Effect of Nutritious School Lunches on Education and Health of Students Think about how a simple school lunch could shape a child’s future. In Sweden, the school lunch program made a big difference. Kids who had this meal each day earned 3% more over their lifetime. This shows the power of good lunches …

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Blogs Top 5 Reasons Why School Lunches Should Be a Priority Canada ranks 37th out of 41 high-income countries for giving kids access to good food. This makes it clear we need to focus more on school lunches in Canada. Having healthy school meals helps kids eat well and tackles childhood obesity and other health problems. Studies show that when schools …

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Blogs Beginner’s Guide to School Lunches and School Lunch Programs Did you know that half of U.S. school districts don’t guarantee twenty minutes for lunch? This lack highlights how parents and educators strive to ensure kids get needed nutrition. For busy parents, making healthy school lunches can seem hard. But this guide is here to help, offering key advice …

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Blogs The History of School Lunch Programs: How Politics Shaped What Kids Eat Between 1948 and 1952, six schools used nearly 1000 students in nutrition tests. This revelation shows the deep roots school lunch programs in Canada have. They are influenced by school food politics, school nutrition policies, and food policy choices, all affecting what children eat. This article focuses on the …

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Blogs Why Investing in Quality School Lunches Benefits Everyone? Getting free or cheap school lunches can cut food insecurity by 3.8%. This big number shows that good school meals help students’ health. They are especially important for kids from low-income families. Making school meals better has many good effects. It helps students be healthier and do better …

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