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- N.J.'s secret to increased school-breakfast service
There has been a 21% increase in the number of students in New Jersey eating breakfast at school since more schools began serving the morning meal after the school day begins. Between October 2010 and March 2012, districts served about 5 million more meals during the school year, according to a recent report. Officials say the program is particularly important for low-income students and those who do not have time to eat before school. MyCentralJersey.com (Somerville, N.J.)
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- Va. schools respond to uptick in students with food allergies
School nutrition professionals in a Virginia district are taking additional steps to protect students with food allergies. Changes include replacing peanut butter with a spread made from sunflower seeds and providing students and parents with more information about what is in school meals. Nutrition professionals also can access students' allergy information through a software program, and restrictions have been placed on food brought into classrooms. The Washington Post
(11/12)
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- University of Alabama employees turn out for run/walk
Participating University of Alabama employees spent nine weeks working out in preparation for the Crimson Couch to 5K Walk/Run, which drew 1,000 people over the weekend. Rebecca Kelly, director of the Office of Health Promotion and Wellness, said about 25% of UA employees do not get enough exercise, so the run/walk was meant to increase activity. The Tuscaloosa News (Ala.)
(11/12)
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- A little exercise goes a long way in preventing childhood obesity
A study in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine showed that children need only seven minutes of intense exercise daily to stave off obesity and related conditions. However, researchers found children spend almost 70% of their time doing sedentary activities, 23% engaging in light physical activity, nearly 7% doing moderately physical activities and only 0.6% engaging in intense physical activity. Girls are less likely than boys to get vigorous physical activity, researchers said. Yahoo/Asian News International
(11/10)
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- Bloomberg proposes $1 increase in NYC school-lunch fees
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has announced a proposal to balance the city's budget that includes increased fees for school lunches. Under his proposal, school-lunch fees would rise to $2.50 from $1.50, and funding for city libraries would be cut. In defending his proposal, Bloomberg said the city needed to take steps to bring its fiscal house in order. PolitickerNY.com
(11/12)
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Hurricane Sandy relief: How you can help
SNA would like to extend our thoughts to all those affected by Hurricane Sandy, especially to those Association members directly impacted. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is responding to storm by working with state agencies in meeting the nutrition assistance needs of FNS program participants in the impacted states. If you would like to help those affected, there are plenty of local and national organizations that need support. Learn more.
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