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Why do parents buy their children junk food?
For Low-Income Parents, Buying Junk Food for Kids Is About More Than Just Low Prices. It’s not that they lack knowledge on healthy eating, or that they don’t care about their child’s health. Rather, junk food is an affordable way to satisfy their child’s needs — and their wants.
Does a free school meal have to be hot?
There is no requirement that school lunches must be a hot meal. The Department for Education has stated that hot lunches should be provided where possible, to ensure that children get at least one hot meal a day.
What happens to kids who only eat junk food?
Some children who eat junk food are at risk of developing depression even without obesity. Depression in turn affects growth and development parameters, academic performance, and social relationships. It also results in a higher risk of suicide.
Should you pack your child a lunch or a school lunch?
Nut allergies are common reasons for parents to choose to pack lunches over school lunches. Tooga via Getty Images. Packing a lunch can give you more control over what foods your child is eating. If your child has a severe food allergy or other food sensitivity, packing a lunch may seem like the only option.
How have school lunches changed over the last decade?
School lunches have changed dramatically over the last decade. The USDA’s federal school lunch program has updated its guidelines to make school lunches more nutritious, varied, and appealing. Overall, this has been great news for kids eating school lunch across the country.
Should my child with food allergies pack a lunch?
If your child has a severe food allergy or other food sensitivity, packing a lunch may seem like the only option. Until a few years ago, it was the only option for parents of children with special dietary needs. Some schools are now offering healthy meals that may be an option for kids with allergies.
How do I get my kids to put their lunches together?
Give them some room to make their own choices: Even in the beginning, when they need a lot of help and direction, give your kids a little freedom in how they put their lunches together. Let them make the occasional mistake and bad choice, even. It’s part of the learning process.