Healthier packed lunches may help kids have healthy habits in adulthood

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A new study from researchers from the University of Adelaide studied over four hundred South Australian children ages 9 to 10 in various socioeconomic status and found that 91 % of students were missing daily recommended amounts of vegetables.

The study also found that intake of sodium, sugar and saturated fat were excessive, which can lead to diet-related health risks.

The researchers suggested that parents swap out nutrient-poor foods that are high in fat, sugar or salt for healthier fresh foods like high-fiber fruits and or vegetables, noting that these small changes are important as daily eating habits can be taken into adulthood.

To learn more about this study, click here.

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