Obesity in public schools
Zeb White, Speech 1311-7002
Since 1970...
# of overweight children has quadrupled
# of overweight children has quintupled
30,000,000 kids eat school lunches
Over 50% of a child's calories are consumed at school
Guidelines for school lunches:
- 2 oz. protein
- 1-2 oz. bread
- 3/4 cup fruit and veggies
- 8 oz. milk