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School cafeteria environment can influence dining, study suggests

 Dec. 02, 2014

A new study suggests that, by changing the lunch environment, schools can encourage kids to make better choices without even changing their menus.

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Is school lunch better than packed lunch?

 By Paul King on Nov. 12, 2014

A study conducted by scientists from Virginia Tech University in Blacksburg suggests that lunches brought from home may be less nutritionally sound than lunches provided in schools through the National School Lunch Program.

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Meet your future customer: Generation Alpha

By Becky Schilling on Oct. 20, 2014

You may have mastered millennials and possibly even Gen Z, but if you want to really ensure your business success, start hanging out in preschools.

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Which flavor is your customer?

By FSD Staff on Oct. 17, 2014

From advances in technology to sustainability and an explosion in food knowledge, consumers in each generation are looking for different menus and service styles in their dining experiences—and non-commercial operators are finding ways to meet those customer service demands across all ages.

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Sandwiches, salads top lunch favorites’ list

Oct. 13, 2014

Sandwiches with lunchmeat and salads were the top two lunch items, according to a new survey commissioned by Davidson's Safest Choice Pasteurized Eggs.

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Gender wage gap very evident in foodservice, study shows

Sep. 03, 2014

he overall gender pay gap has been well-documented, but a new report shows it’s particularly pronounced in the food service industry, where women are being underpaid in just about every job – even when accounting for tips.

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Chicago schools pilot student healthy eating report card

Aug. 25, 2014

Childhood obesity is a national issue and many communities have looked to their schools for help.

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Kids approve of healthy lunches, survey says

Jul. 23, 2014

About 70% of elementary students "generally like the new lunches," a study backed by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation shows.

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New school lunch guidelines aren't resonating with parents, survey shows

Jul. 23, 2014

A recent survey by the Life Time Foundation shows that less than 6% of parents feel their children are receiving healthier meals.

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Few U.S. children are eating dark green veggies, report says

Jul. 18, 2014

According to a new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most children eat some fruits and veggies daily, but few eat dark green veggies.

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