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Parents Preferred Nutritional Guidelines

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Parents Preferred Nutrition and Physical Fitness Guidelines In Kentucky Public Schools

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Your Voice:

Although you may not always believe that your voice is being heard when dealing with public school officials or bureaucrats, you still have a voice and your opinion counts.

Remember, you know your child and know your child's nutritional needs better than anyone. You do not have to be a Doctor to express your concerns about school food programs.

In most cases, speaking with the school directly will not get results. You will probably be directed to speak with the school board dietitian. If your concerns are not addressed to your satisfaction after speaking with the school dietitian, you should contact the school board members with your concerns. You should also direct your concerns to the Director, School & Community Nutrition and the Commissioner Of Education, in Frankfort.

Please keep in mind, that everyone you contact is a State employee, paid by your tax dollars, you have a right to voice your concerns. If you have valid concerns concerning your child's nutrition, voice your concern.

The Problem You Face:

Over the past ten years there has been changes in dietary positions concerning sugar. The current trend that school dietitians tent to lean toward is that sugar is a good energy source.

In part, this trend is based on a double blind study done in 1994 of 48 children which states that there is no proof that sugar promotes hyperactive or obesity in children .

This study has been used as a rebuttal to parents who complain about such foods as Pop Tarts being served as part of a nutritious breakfast in schools. The fact that Pop Tarts fit within the FDA guidelines as part of a nutritious breakfast is also used.

Do not become overwhelmed by the scientific studies and information that will be given to you to justify school food programs. On Coke Colas web site, you will find their company paid dietitian quoting the same study to explain why you should not blame the sugar in Coke if your child exhibits hyperactivity. To view, Click Here!

Remember, FDA guidelines are just that, guidelines and are not written in stone, if you are persistent with valid concerns, you will be heard. You can view the FDA Food Pyramid by clicking on the following link. USDA Food Group

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