Are school meals healthy?
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The menus for school breakfast and school lunch in Collier County Schools follow the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) requirements that reinforce the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Whole-grain breads, pasta, rice, cereals and tortillas are featured on our menus and are needed for healthy digestion. Vitamin A-rich, dark green, leafy vegetables and red/orange vegetables are planned each week. Fiber and B vitamin-rich legumes/beans are included on the menu each week. Fat-free and 1% low-fat milk that provides 9 essential nutrients are offered at every meal. Saturated fat is limited to 10% or less. Sodium and sugar is limited. Foods are portion controlled and calories are age appropriate for healthy growth. Our menus and food purchases are planned and supervised by our Registered Dietitian.
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