Wellness Watch

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Md. district tests fruit, veggie bars at 3 schools

Officials say the effort allows students to choose their own produce, contributing to good habits.

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Unsafe levels of lead found in water at Mich., NJ school districts

Officials in the New Jersey and Michigan districts have responded by shutting off water supplies in some schools and transitioning to bottled water.

Officials hope the program will encourage students to make healthy choices and try new foods.

The program seeks to help students eat well and prepare healthy meals by educating them on nutrition, cuisine, farming and art.

Regions Hospital’s new cafeteria offers a build-your-own entree bar along with more fruits, vegetables and sugar-free beverage options.

Flint Community Schools has been giving its 10,000 students bottled water since September.

West Cape May Elementary will use the funds to expand a school garden, build a winter greenhouse and add a storage shed.

Fresh Bites offers bite-sized meals that can be eaten without utensils.

The group explored the university’s feeding and wellness facilities.

As The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown transitions to its fall/winter menu, a few recipes will be as close to home cooking as some residents can get.

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