Third of Spanish schools offering too much fried food study

A recent study indicates that nearly one third of school canteens in Spain are serving excessive portions of fried foods while failing to provide adequate amounts of fresh vegetables. The findings reveal that 29.2% of schools exceed the recommended limit of fried food portions, and over 70% are not using healthier oils for frying. In response, the government is preparing legislation that will mandate compliance with nutritional recommendations to combat the country's obesity crisis, which affects a significant portion of children aged six to nine.

A third of Spain's school canteens are serving too many portions of fried food, while many aren't providing enough fresh vegetables, raising health concerns.

The preparation of royal decree aims to enforce dietary recommendations, including a ban on sugary drinks during school meal times, responding to rising obesity rates.

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