February is Heart Health Month, and the meals served in school cafeterias play a bigger role in student heart health than many people realize. From limits on saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars to requirements for whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy, school meal standards closely align with the American Heart Association’s recommendations. By building heart-healthy habits early, school meals help lay the foundation for lifelong wellness.

Heart healthy habits should be nurtured from an early age, especially in schools and their foodservice operations.

by: Marge Robison, MPH, RDN, LD February is Heart Health Month, a time when all people are encouraged to focus on habits that impact...