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Portland Schools began to make some considerable adjustments to the diet plan of its young children in 2006. At that time, Portland Colleges eliminated all soda, sports drinks and junk food from vending machines in the schools. This was portion of the districts wellness policy in response to some federal nutrition mandates for schools receiving federal subsidized lunch income. But the Portland Schools went even further than just taking the junk food out of vending machines.

The Wellness Advisory Committee recommended significant adjustments to school lunch menus, marketing and fundraising sales. And Portland Schools listened. Fundraising items like doughnuts and candy can not be sold till 30 minutes following school ends. Lunches at Portland Schools contain far more nearby and fresh produce, typically grown at the school itself. And the district removed any advertisements for soda or sports drinks and replaced them with healthier images. Why does this put Portland Colleges ahead of the curve?

The Oregon Residence voted, 46-11, to ban the sales of most junk food in all colleges by fall of 2008. The mandate is expected to pass in the senate and has the approval of Governor Ted Kulongoski. Rep. Scott Bruum, R-West Linn, has stated that studies show that obesity in this nation has tripled in the last 3 years. National attention offered to the statistic of 1 in 6 youngsters becoming overweight, and of a huge improve in childhood and Sort II Diabetes also added to the sense of urgency.

The reality that Portland Colleges have currently addressed the issue is helpful in more approaches than one particular. The existing bill doesnt influence school lunches, as that plan is federally mandated. Also, other Oregon districts will now face a financial loss from partnerships with Coke from obtaining the vending machines in colleges. Portland Colleges have currently dealt with that.

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