Study: School Lunch Program Changes Working

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Five years after the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act was signed into law, meals served as part of the National School Lunch Program have seen significant improvement, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Pediatrics.

Researchers looked at calories and nutrients, including protein, fiber, iron, calcium, as well as vitamins A and C.

The meals contain more fruits and vegetables, which are not always kids’ first choice, but that doesn’t appear to be having any significant effect on participation.