Rachel Atcheson, deputy director of the Mayor's Office of Food Policy, highlighted that NYC public school lunches have shifted towards healthier options, notably since the 2022 implementation of Plant-Powered Fridays. These lunches feature more whole foods, underscoring a commitment to improve nutritional quality by introducing students to fruit, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. She emphasized the importance of this initiative in providing nutritious meals that help foster healthy eating habits among children.
Atcheson further explained that the initiative seeks to excite students about healthy eating by incorporating a fun taste-testing element. Each menu item is developed and crafted with student input, allowing them to play a role in their meal choices. This creative approach not only makes the process engaging but also ensures that meals resonate with the students’ preferences, leading to higher consumption of healthier options!
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