A custom algorithm developed by University of Washington researchers that breaks down fast food restaurants (FFRs) by segment and meal type finds that children get most of their fast food calories from burger restaurants, though just 14% of children’s total calories come from the fast food category.
EditOperations
- 4 ways school nutrition teams are being honored during School Lunch Hero Day
- Dining operations navigate uncertainty, closures in the midst of Pro-Palestinian protests and counterprotests
- School Nutrition Association names its 2024 national award winners
- Federal lawmaker calls on peers to address school nutrition staffing issues
- Healthy Meals Summit brings connection and best practices to K-12 nutrition professionals
How much fast food do kids eat?
New research finds that kids get most of their fast food calories from burger restaurants. Aug. 01, 2014Want breaking news at your fingertips?
Click here or text FSD to (877) 281-7554 to receive text alerts from FoodService Director and get the news and insights that matter to your operation.
Thanks for signing up!
Click here to complete your profileMultimedia
The Latest
Listen to your daily news: FSD PodcastsNew episodes weekdays