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Universal school lunches may improve attendance and reduce obesity (www.axios.com)

submitted 2 months ago by StevenSaus@midwest.social to c/health@lemmy.world

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Universal free school lunches could lead to fewer obesity cases, improved attendance, and fewer suspensions, according to a study in JAMA Network Open. The Texas A&M-led study reviewed six programs covering over 11,000 schools. Researchers found that universal free school meals were associated with increased meal participation and some positive effects on attendance, particularly for students from food-insecure homes.

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[–] originalucifer@moist.catsweat.com 7 points 2 months ago

wait til they hear about universal health care

sobs in /s