ChronicleOnline: Schools offer healthier, more diverse meal choices
No more “mystery meat”
Schools offer healthier, more diverse meal choices
Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at 10:43 pm
These probably aren’t the lunches you remember from elementary, middle and high school.
In the age of rising obesity rates, Facebook and unlimited texting, the federal government and local schools are trying to make students’ lunches more nutritious.
Citrus schools strive to find a balance between nutrition and taste, said Roy Pistone, director of food and nutrition services for the Citrus County School District. Pistone said schools are incorporating more whole grains, low-fat items and vegetables into their meals. Menu items include yogurt parfaits, salads and wraps and it’s not uncommon for elementary school students to have raw fruits and vegetables on their plates.
“It’s amazing to me that there are kids at such a young age making good choices,” said Kimberly G. Rogers, Citrus County School District nutrition specialist.
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