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Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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APPENDIX C
Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States

Table C-1 summarizes nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools, by state. Information in the table is based on detailed analyses, conducted by the Health Policy Tracking Service (HPTS), and includes policies that limit the times or types of competitive foods available for sale in vending machines, cafeterias, school stores, and snack bars.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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TABLE C-1 Nutrition Standards For Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School

 

 

Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Alabama

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Yes

Less than 10% Daily Value of total fat

Not specified

Not specified

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Competitive foods sold through the vending machines, cafeteria snack items, and the school stores must follow the Alabama’s Action for Healthy Kids standards. Those guidelines are as follows: In 1 to 1.5 oz serving, these snack foods are:

  • Low or moderate in fat (Less than 10% Daily Value of total fat)

  • Have less than 30 g of carbohydrate

  • Have less than 360 mg of sodium

  • Contain 5% Daily Value (DV) or more (10% is healthiest) of at least one: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Iron, or Calcium

  • Contain fiber (5% Daily Value)

Refer to additional restriction column.

No carbonated soft drinks in elementary schools. Middle schools: 70% of selections in vending machines are to be noncarbonated water, fruit juices, milk products, teas and sports drinks; 30% of selections can be carbonated soft drinks. Of those, at least 50% (15% of total) will be low/no calorie soft drinks. High Schools: 50% of selections in vending machines are to be noncarbonated water, fruit juices, milk products, teas and sports drinks; 50% of selections can be carbonated soft drinks. Of those, at least 50% will be low/no calorie soft drinks.

None

Recommendations of Alabama Department of Education Nutrition Subcommittee: Schools should provide a consistent environment that is conducive to healthful eating behaviors during school hours and during after-school child care programs. The vending and snack food items in this recommendation shall be implemented at the beginning of the 2006-07 school year except when a conflict with previously negotiated contracts exists. The changes for the cafeteria meals and à la carte items will need to be implemented in conjunction with the leadership of the State Child Nutrition Program. Each school’s strategic plan for Improving the School Nutrition Environment plan should be completed by April 1, 2006 and ready for implementation with the beginning of the 2006-07 school years.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Alaska

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Arizona

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Yes

35%

10%

35%

Arkansas

Elementary

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

None

School administrators are prohibited from signing food and beverage contracts that include the sale of sugared, carbonated beverages and all other foods of minimal nutritional value on elementary, middle and junior high school campuses.

35%, 10%, 35%

No fruit/vegetable drinks containing less than 100% juice for Elementary Schools and less than 50% juice for Middle and Junior High Schools; Whole milk (4% milk fat); flavored or regular Caffeine/Energy drinks; Sports drinks, Electrolyte-Replacement drinks for Elementary Schools only; Carbonated beverages.

N/A

The Arizona Nutrition Standards, released in January 2006, go into great detail and cannot be fully summarized in a chart. The standards may be found at http://www.ade.state.az.us/health-safety/cnp/HB2544/ArizonaNutritionStandards.pdf.

Prohibits access to in-school vending machines offering food and beverages. Students will not be served, have access to, or be awarded with competitive foods or FMNVs. Only food items that are part of the school’s meal will be sold in the cafeteria. School food service departments may not sell or give extra serving of desserts, french fries, or ice cream.

N/A

Prohibits in-school access to vending machines offering foods and beverages.

Prohibits access to in-school vending machines offering foods and beverages.

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Arkansas (cont.)

Middle and High Schools

No. However, portion size and nutrient standards to be released at a later date.

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

See restrictions under vending machines.

All FMNV and competitive foods and beverages, including sodas, are restricted to no more than 12 oz.

All FMNV and competitive foods and beverages, including sodas, are restricted to no more than 12 oz; the only exception to this rule is unsweetened, unflavored water. A choice of two fruits and/or 100% fruit juices must be offered for sale at the same time and place whenever competitive foods are sold. The standards require that at least 50% of the beverages made available for sale in vending machines and school stores be 100% fruit juice, low-fat or fat-free milk and unflavored, unsweetened water.

Any vending machine that contains FMNV must be closed during the meal service period if the machines are located in the food service area.

Middle, junior high, and high schools may not serve, provide access to, or award students with competitive foods or FMNVs until 30 minutes after the last lunch period.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

California

Elementary

Yes, the only food that may be sold to a pupil during breakfast and lunch periods is food that is sold as a full meal. This does not prohibit the sale of fruit, nonfried vegetables, legumes, beverages, dairy products, or grain products if they meet the outlined nutritional standards. Nutritional standards apply in elementary schools for those individual food items sold during morning or afternoon breaks.

35% for each individual food item. Does not include the sale of nuts, seeds, egg, cheese, legumes, and fruits and vegetables that have not been deep-fried.

10% for each individual food item’s total calories may be from saturated fat. Does not include the sale of nuts, seeds, egg, cheese, legumes, and fruits and vegetables that have not been deep-fried.

35% of total weight for each individual food item. Does not include the sale of nuts, seeds, egg, cheese, legumes, and fruits and vegetables that have not been deep-fried.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

The only food that may be sold to a pupil during breakfast and lunch periods is food that is sold as a full meal. Individual items that meet the standards may be sold during morning or afternoon breaks. These items must meet the 35/10/35 restrictions and cannot exceed 250 calories per individual food item.

Allows for the sale of individually sold dairy or whole grain food items if these items meet the 35/10/35 restrictions and do not exceed 175 calories per item.

The only beverages that may be sold in school vending machines are water, milk, and 100% fruit juices or fruit-based drinks that are at least 50% fruit juice with no added sweeteners.

None

An elementary school may permit the sale of food and beverage items that do not comply with the food nutrition standards as part of a school fund-raising event if the items are sold by pupils of the school and the sale of those items takes place off school premises and at least 30 minutes after the end of the school day.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

California (cont).

Middle and High Schools (Beginning July 1, 2007)

Yes. Requires all snacks sold outside of a USDA meal program to meet the 35/10/35 restrictions and cannot exceed 250 calories per individual food item with exemptions for nuts, seeds, egg, cheese, legumes, and fruits and vegetables that have not been deep-fried.

35% for each individual food item. Not to exceed 250 calories per individual food. Does not include the sale of nuts, seeds, egg, cheese, legumes, and fruits and vegetables that have not been deep-fried.

10% for each individual food item’s total calories may be from saturated fat. Not to exceed 250 calories per individual food. Does not include the sale of nuts, seeds, egg, cheese, legumes, and fruits and vegetables that have not been deep-fried.

35% of total weight for each individual food item. Not to exceed 250 calories per individual food. Does not include the sale of nuts, seeds, egg, cheese, legumes, and fruits and vegetables that have not been deep-fried.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Prohibits entrée items sold outside of the USDA meal program from exceeding 400 calories and containing more than 4 g of fat per 100 calories per item.

Allows for the sale of individually sold dairy or whole grain food items if these items meet the 35/10/35 restrictions and do not exceed 250 calories per item.

By July 1, 2007, at least 50% of all beverages sold from 30 minutes before until 30 minutes after the school day must be: 1) Low- or nonfat milk or non dairy milk 2) Fruit and vegetable juices with at least 50% fruit or vegetable juice 3) Water 4) Electrolyte drinks with no more than 42 g of added sweetener per 20-oz serving. By July 1, 2009, all beverages sold to high school students must meet the above requirements.

Access to vending machines is restricted if products sold in vending machines do not meet nutritional guidelines. Products that do not comply with the nutritional guidelines may be available for sale no later than 30 minutes before the start of the school day and no sooner than 30 minutes after the end of the school day.

A middle or junior high school may permit the sale of beverages that do not comply with the state if the sale of those items meets all of the following criteria: 1) the sale occurs during a school-sponsored event and takes place at the location of the event at the end of the school day; and vending machines, pupil stores, and cafeterias are not used sooner than 30 minutes after the end of the school day.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Colorado

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Competitive food service must be closed for a period beginning 30 minutes prior to and remain closed until 30 minutes after the last regular scheduled school lunch and/or school breakfast period on campus where these are served.

N/A

The restrictions of competitive food service can be waived for the service of competitive, mechanically vended beverages offered to students in high schools as long as federal rules or regulations for FMNV are not waived.

None

During the 2004 session, S.B. 103 was enacted requesting school districts to work with contractors to increase the nutritional value of food offered to students in school vending machines. School district boards of education were urged to adopt policies implementing a 50% threshold, meaning half of all vending machines shall offer healthy foods and beverages by the 2006-2007 school year.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Connecticut

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Yes

18 g of fat per à la carte entrée

5 g (includes trans fat) of fat per à la carte entrée

15 g of sugar per à la carte entrée

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

All schools can only sell the following beverages, regardless of the source of the beverage: (1) Milk that may be flavored but contain no artificial sweeteners and no more than 4 g of sugar per oz, (2) nondairy milks such as soy or rice milk, which may be flavored but contain no artificial sweeteners, no more than 4 g of sugar per oz, no more than 35% of calories from fat per portion and no more than 10% of calories from saturated fat per portion, (3) 100% fruit juice, vegetable juice or combination of such juices, containing no added sugars, sweeteners or artificial sweeteners, (4) beverages that contain only water and fruit or vegetable juice and have no added sugars, sweeteners or artificial sweeteners, and (5) water, which may be flavored but contain no added sugars, sweeteners, artificial sweeteners or caffeine. Portion sizes of beverages, other than water, shall not exceed 12 oz. No school food authority shall permit the sale or dispensing to students of extra food items (candy) anywhere on the school premises from 30 minutes prior to the start of any state or federally subsidized milk or food service program until 30 minutes after such program.

N/A

See “additional restrictions”

See “additional restrictions”

Not later than August 1, 2006, and January 1 of each year thereafter, the Department of Education shall publish a set of nutrition standards for food items offered for sale to students at schools. During the 2004 legislative session, H.B. 5344 was enacted requiring each local and regional board of education to make available nutritious, low-fat foods and drinks for purchase by students. Low-fat dairy products and fresh or dried fruits should be made available for purchase at all times when food is available for purchase.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Delaware

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

District of Columbia

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Florida

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Each school district should implement a Child Nutrition Policy that minimally provides nutritious and balanced meals, purchasing practices that ensure the use of quality products, and adequate time to eat breakfast and lunch; Foods sold in addition to meals be selected to promote healthful eating habits and exclude those foods of minimal nutritional value.

N/A

None

None

Foods sold in addition to meals be selected to promote healthful eating habits and exclude those foods of minimal nutritional value.

No

N/A

None

None

None

FMNV may be sold in secondary schools only one hour following the close of the last lunch period.

N/A

A school board may allow the sale of carbonated beverages to high school students by a school activity or organization authorized by the principal if 100% fruit juice beverages are also offered at each location where carbonated beverages are sold. Non-carbonated beverages may be sold at all times during the day at any location.

None

State Board of Education requires district school food service program to adopt policies that control the sale of FMNV.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Georgia

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Hawaii

Elementary

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Prohibits the sale of FMNV in elementary schools from the beginning of the school day until that time when the last class/group of students eating lunch is scheduled to return to class.

N/A

Although not specific to vending machines, state policy prohibits the sale of FMNV in elementary schools from the beginning of the school day until that time when the last class/group of students eating lunch is scheduled to return to class.

Although not specific to vending machines, state policy prohibits the sale of FMNV in elementary schools from the beginning of the school day until that time when the last class/group of students eating lunch is scheduled to return to class.

None

The sale of food in all elementary and secondary schools shall be limited to the School Breakfast Program, School Lunch Program, milk, water, fruit and vegetable juice containing at least 50% fruit and/or vegetable.

N/A

N/A

N/A

Supplementary food sale policy indicates that only foods limited to the School Breakfast Program, School Lunch Program, milk, water, fruit and vegetable juice containing at least 50% fruit and/or vegetable shall be sold to elementary students.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Hawaii (cont.)

Secondary schools

Yes. State places nutritional requirements on supplementary food and beverage items that can be sold during the meal periods.

25% of total calories

10% of total calories

25% of total calories, with the exception of fruits and vegetables.

Idaho

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Yes. Schools shall not permit the sale of other foods from the beginning of the school day to the end of the school day, except certain beverages through vending machines and supplementary food items. Also see notes.

No less than 50% fruit for all fruit juices.

80% of beverage selections from each vending machine at the schools shall be “healthy beverages,” defined as milk, flavored milk, water, and fruit juice containing at least 50% juice, or other choices deemed appropriate by the Department of Education. The School Community Council and principal will determine the combination of beverages to be sold, including the remaining 20% of beverage selections, and shall have the discretion to ban caffeinated products. No alcoholic beverages, coffee, or coffee-based beverages may be dispensed.

Schools shall not permit the sale of other foods from the beginning of the school day to the end of the school day, except certain beverages through vending machines. Vending machines on elementary school campuses can only contain “healthy beverages.”

The sale of food in all secondary schools shall be limited to the School Breakfast Program, School Lunch Program, milk, water, fruit and vegetable juice containing at least 50% fruit and/or vegetable, and other approved cafeteria supplementary food items. Students in secondary schools may be offered a wider variety of approved supplementary food and beverages during the meal period.

No

N/A

None

None

New Department of Education guidelines sent to districts “urge” schools to limit student access to unhealthy snacks and beverages.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Illinois

Elementary

Yes

35%

10%

35%

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
×

 

Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Exceptions to fat and sugar standards include nuts, seeds, nut butters, egg, cheese packaged for individual sale, fruits or non-fried vegetables, or low-fat yogurt products; students may only be served the following beverages: flavored or plain whole, reduced fat (2%), low-fat (1%), or nonfat fluid milk that meets state and local standards for pasteurized fluid milk; reduced fat and enriched alternative dairy beverages (i.e., rice, nut, or soy milk, or any other alternative dairy beverage approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA]); fruit and vegetable drinks containing 50% or more fruit or vegetable juice; water (non-flavored, non-sweetened, and non-carbonated); fruit smoothie (yogurt or ice based) that contains less than 400 calories and no added sugars, and is made from fresh or frozen fruit or fruit drinks that contain at least 50% fruit juice; and any beverage exempted from the USDA’s list of Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value.

N/A

Students may only be served the following beverages: flavored or plain whole, reduced fat (2%), low-fat (1%), or nonfat fluid milk that meets state and local standards for pasteurized fluid milk; reduced fat and enriched alternative dairy beverages (i.e., rice, nut, or soy milk, or any other alternative dairy beverage approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA]); fruit and vegetable drinks containing 50% or more fruit or vegetable juice; water (non-flavored, non-sweetened, and non-carbonated); fruit smoothie (yogurt or ice based) that contains less than 400 calories and no added sugars, and is made from fresh or frozen fruit or fruit drinks that contain at least 50% fruit juice; and any beverage exempted from the USDA’s list of Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value.

None

Identifies “competitive foods” to include all confections, candy, potato chips, carbonated beverages, fruit drinks containing less than 50% fruit juice, tea, coffee and any other food item designated as such by the State Board of Education.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Illinois (cont.)

Middle and High Schools

Yes

35%

10%

35%

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
×

 

Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Exceptions to fat and sugar standards include nuts, seeds, nut butters, egg, cheese packaged for individual sale, fruits or non-fried vegetables, or low-fat yogurt products; students may only be served the following beverages: flavored or plain whole, reduced fat (2%), low-fat (1%), or nonfat fluid milk that meets state and local standards for pasteurized fluid milk; reduced fat and enriched alternative dairy beverages (i.e., rice, nut, or soy milk, or any other alternative dairy beverage approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA]); fruit and vegetable drinks containing 50% or more fruit or vegetable juice; water (non-flavored, non-sweetened, and non-carbonated); fruit smoothie (yogurt or ice based) that contains less than 400 calories and no added sugars, and is made from fresh or frozen fruit or fruit drinks that contain at least 50% fruit juice; and any beverage exempted from the USDA’s list of Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value.

N/A

Students may only be served the following beverages: flavored or plain whole, reduced fat (2%), low-fat (1%), or nonfat fluid milk that meets state and local standards for pasteurized fluid milk; reduced fat and enriched alternative dairy beverages (i.e., rice, nut, or soy milk, or any other alternative dairy beverage approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA]); fruit and vegetable drinks containing 50% or more fruit or vegetable juice; water (non-flavored, non-sweetened, and non-carbonated); fruit smoothie (yogurt or ice based) that contains less than 400 calories and no added sugars, and is made from fresh or frozen fruit or fruit drinks that contain at least 50% fruit juice; and any beverage exempted from the USDA’s list of Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value.

None

Local school authorities for junior and senior high schools shall establish such instructions as are desired to regulate the sale of competitive foods to students during the time period designated by local school authorities as the regular breakfast and lunch periods.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Indiana

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

30% for a “better choice food”

10% for a “better choice food”

35% for a “better choice food”

Iowa

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

At least 50% of the food items available for sale at a school or on school grounds must qualify as “better choice foods” and at least 50% of the beverage items available for sale at a school or on school grounds must qualify as “better choice beverages.” A food item available for sale at a school or on school grounds may not exceed the following portion limits if the food item contains more than 210 calories: (1) In the case of potato chips, crackers, popcorn, cereal, trail mixes, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and jerky, 1.75 oz (2) In the case of cookies and cereal bars, 2 oz (3) In the case of bakery items, including pastries, muffins, and doughnuts, 3 oz (4) In the case of frozen desserts, including ice cream, 3 fl oz (5) In the case of nonfrozen yogurt, 8 oz (6) In the case of entrée items and side dish items, including french fries and onion rings, the food item available for sale may not exceed the portion of the same entrée item or side dish item that is served as part of the school lunch program or school breakfast program. A beverage item available for sale at a school or on school grounds may not exceed 20 oz.

N/A

N/A

Elementary students may not have access to vending machines.

None

No

N/A

N/A

None

Stricter standards would be set by local school district policy.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Kansas

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No (see notes)

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

Legislation enacted in 2005 required the State Board of Education to develop nutrition guidelines for all foods and beverages sold during the school day. Schools must consider the recommendations released by the board when developing their wellness policies. Schools are not required to adopt standards.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Kentucky

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Yes

Food items may not contain more than 30% of calories from total fat, excluding nuts and seeds.

10% of calories from saturated fat

32% sugar by weight (includes natural and added sugars)

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Sale of competitive foods and beverages is prohibited from the arrival of the first student at the school building until 30 minutes after the last lunch period, except for any food or beverage item sold à la carte. Pastas, meats and soups may not contain more than 450 mg of sodium per serving. Pizza, sandwiches and main dishes may not contain more than 600 mg per serving. Chips, cereals, crackers, baked goods and other snack items may not contain more than 300 mg of sodium per serving. Portion sizes for cookies shall not exceed one oz. Portion sizes for non-frozen yogurt may not exceed eight oz and for frozen dessert items, including low-fat or fat-free ice cream, frozen fruit juice bars and frozen real fruit items may not exceed four oz.

Chips, cereals, crackers, baked goods and other snack items may not contain more than 300 mg of sodium per serving. Portion sizes for chips, crackers, popcorn, cereal, trail mix, nuts, seeds, jerky, cereal bars, granola bars, pastries, muffins, doughnuts, bagels and other bakery-type items may not exceed two oz. Portion sizes for cookies shall not exceed one oz.

Only “school-day-approved beverages” are allowed, defined as water, 100% fruit juice, low-fat milk and any other beverage containing no more than 10 g of sugar per serving, to be sold in elementary school vending machines, school stores, canteens or fund-raisers during the school day. 17 oz maximum sized beverage for elementary students, 20 oz maximum for middle and high school students.

Sale of competitive foods and beverages is prohibited from the arrival of the first student at the school building until 30 minutes after the last lunch period.

Affected items are defined as any food or beverage item sold in competition with the National School Breakfast and Lunch program except those sold à la carte.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Louisiana

Elementary Schools

Yes

35%, with the exception of unsweetened seeds or nuts.

N/A

30 g of sugar per serving.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Yes. Sale of FMNVs and snacks and desserts that exceed 150 calories per serving are prohibited. Fresh pastries cannot be sold on school grounds.

Sale of FMNVs and snacks and desserts that exceed 150 calories per serving and fat restrictions are prohibited.

Prohibited from selling beverages that exceed 16 oz from 30 minutes before the start of the school day until 30 minutes after the day ends. Exceptions: milk, water, and fruit juices that are composed of 100% fruit or vegetable juice.

No access before the end of the last lunch period (see notes).

Reimbursement for lunch, special milk, and/or breakfast may be withheld from schools if concessions, canteens, snack bars, or vending machines are operated on a profit basis before the end of the last lunch period.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Louisiana (cont.)

Middle and High Schools

Yes

35%, with the exception of unsweetened seeds or nuts.

N/A

30 g of sugar per serving.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Yes. Sale of FMNVs and snacks and desserts that exceed 150 calories per serving are prohibited. Fresh pastries cannot be sold on school grounds.

Sale of FMNVs and snacks and desserts that exceed 150 calories per serving and fat restrictions are prohibited.

Prohibited from selling beverages that exceed 16 oz from 30 minutes before the start of the school day until 30 minutes after the day ends. Food service program must ensure that milk, water, and fruit and vegetable juices make up at least 50% of the beverages available to students and that no more than 50% of the available food items exceed the requirements.

No access before the last 10 minutes of each lunch period (see notes).

Reimbursement for lunch, special milk, and/or breakfast may be withheld from schools if concessions, canteens, snack bars, or vending machines are operated on a profit basis before the last 10 minutes of each lunch period. In grades 7–12 with multiple lunch periods, concessions, canteens, snack bars, vending machines or other food sales between lunch periods are allowed if the following guidelines are implemented: no food item shall be sold before the last 10 minutes of each lunch period, lunch periods shall be divided by a period of time so there is no interaction between students of different lunch periods, and students can’t have access to competitive foods before the last 10 minutes of each lunch period.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Maine

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Yes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Maryland

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No; however, state prohibits the sale of FMNV from 12:01 am until the end of the last lunch period anywhere in the school.

N/A

N/A

N/A

Massachusetts

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

The sale of foods of minimal nutritional value is prohibited. This policy effectively eliminates all sodas, candy, gum, and many high-calorie snack sales in vending machines and school stores.

N/A

The sale of foods of minimal nutritional value is prohibited. This policy effectively eliminates all sodas, candy, gum, and many high-calorie snack sales in vending machines and school stores.

None

Any food or beverage sold during the school day of a school participating in the National School Lunch or Breakfast Program must be a planned part of the total food service program. Only items that contribute to both the nutritional needs of children and development of desirable food habits will be sold. Food service program must post caloric information for prepackaged à la carte menu items at the point-of-decision.

None

N/A

None

All vending machines in public schools must have and use a timing device to automatically prohibit or allow access in accordance with nutrition policies established by local county boards of education by August 1, 2006.

None

None

N/A

None

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Michigan

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Minnesota

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Mississippi

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Missouri

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

State Board of Education recommends that each school building offer and promote certain food and beverages offered outside the federal school meal program.

No

N/A

None

None

None

School food services may only sell those foods that are components of the approved federal meal pattern being served, with the exception of milk. A student may purchase individual components of a meal only if a full meal was also purchased. Also see notes.

N/A

None

Although not specific to vending machines, state policy indicates that no food is to be sold on campus for one hour before breakfast or one hour before lunch and until the end of either serving period. Any food may be sold after breakfast, until one hour before lunch, and any time after the end of the last lunch period.

The state policy is a minimum requirement; local school boards are allowed to adopt more restrictive policies. Waivers to the state policy may be granted in school districts where high school and elementary schools are in the same building/center. If a waiver is granted, schools must ensure that only high school students have access to vending machines and that access shall be limited starting one hour prior to the high school’s meal service and during the meal service.

No

N/A

None

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Montana

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Nebraska

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No, see notes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

None

No Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value, as defined by the USDA, can be sold in the Food Service areas beginning 1/2 hr before breakfast and/or lunch service until 1/2 hr after meal service under any circumstances. The sale of any foods in competition with the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program is prohibited anywhere on school/institution premises during the period beginning 30 minutes prior to the serving period for breakfast and/or lunch and lasting until 30 minutes after the serving of breakfast and/or lunch, unless all proceeds earned during these time periods go to the school nutrition program.

N/A

None

None

No Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value, as defined by the USDA, can be sold in the Food Service Areas beginning 1/2 hr before breakfast and/or lunch service until 1/2 hr after meal service under any circumstances. The sale of any foods in competition with the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program is prohibited anywhere on school/institution premises during the period beginning 30 minutes prior to the serving period for breakfast and/or lunch and lasting until 30 minutes after the serving of breakfast and/or lunch, unless all proceeds earned during these time periods go to the school nutrition program.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Nevada

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

New Hampshire

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

New Jersey

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Yes

No more than 8 g of total fat per serving, with the exception of nuts and seeds

No more than 2 g of saturated fat per serving

Not specified

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

Some local school districts have initiated stricter requirements; no state mandate. Department of Education released nutrition guidelines to assist schools in drafting local school wellness policies.

None

N/A

None

None

Within the parameters of the federal law, schools create their own policies around foods sold and eaten within a school day.

Prohibits the following items from being sold in elementary, middle and high schools: foods of minimal nutritional value, all food and beverage items listing sugar, in any form, as the first ingredient, and all forms of candy. Beverages sold to students cannot exceed 12 oz with the exception of water and 2% milk; servings of whole milk cannot exceed 8 oz. In elementary schools, the only beverages that can be sold include milk, water or 100% fruit or vegetable juices. At least 60% of the beverages offered in middle and high schools, other than milk and water, must be 100% fruit or vegetable juices.

See restrictions under competitive foods.

Beverages sold to students cannot exceed 12 oz with the exception of water and 2% milk; servings of whole milk cannot exceed 8 oz. In elementary schools, the only beverages that can be sold include milk, water or 100% fruit or vegetable juices. At least 60% of the beverages offered in middle and high schools, other than milk and water, must be 100% fruit or vegetable juices.

None

School districts must adopt a school nutrition policy, and a year later, schools will have to adapt their policies to the model policy released by the Department of Agriculture. The model policy requirements were outlined in this chart.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

New Mexico

Elementary schools

Yes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Vending machines may only contain milk with a fat content of 2% or less, soy milk, or water. Vending machines may not sell food products. Restrictions on à la carte items are similar to those on items in vending machines (see Section 6.12.5 of NMAC).

N/A

Vending machines may only contain milk with a fat content of 2% or less, soy milk, or water.

Beverages sold in vending machines to students in elementary schools shall only be sold after the last lunch period is completed.

Carbonated beverages and any food products may not be sold in vending machines at elementary schools.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

New Mexico (cont.)

Middle schools

Yes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Food products sold in vending machines to students in middle schools are subject to the following requirements: (i) Nuts, seeds, cheese, yogurt, and fruit may be sold in vending machines in middle schools at any time and are not subject to the restrictions in item (ii) of this subparagraph. (ii) Food products other than those listed in item (i) of this subparagraph shall only be sold after the last lunch period is completed and are subject to the following restrictions: shall contain no more than 200 calories per container or per package or amount served and shall contain no more than 8 g of fat per container or per package or amount served with no more than 2 g of fat from saturated and trans fats and shall contain no more than 15 g of sugar per package or amount served. Restrictions on à la carte items are similar to those on items in vending machines (see Section 6.12.5 of NMAC).

N/A

Vending machines may only contain milk with a fat content of 2% or less, soy milk, water, or 100% fruit juice that has no added sweeteners and no more that 125 calories per container and a serving size not to exceed 20 oz.

N/A

Food products sold in vending machines to students in middle schools are subject to the following requirements: (i) Nuts, seeds, cheese, yogurt, and fruit may be sold in vending machines in middle schools at any time and are not subject to the restrictions in item (ii) of this subparagraph. (ii) Food products other than those listed in item (i) of this subparagraph shall only be sold after the last lunch period is completed and are subject to the following restrictions: shall contain no more than 200 calories per container or per package or amount served and shall contain no more than 8 g of fat per container or per package or amount served with no more than 2 g of fat from saturated and trans fats and shall contain no more than 15 g of sugar per package or amount served.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

New Mexico (cont.)

High schools

Yes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Food products sold in vending machines to students in high schools may be sold at any time subject to the following requirements: Nuts, seeds, cheese, yogurt, and fruit may be sold in vending machines in high schools at any time and are not subject to the restrictions in item (ii) of this subparagraph. (ii) Food products other than those listed in item (i) of this subparagraph are subject to the following restrictions: shall contain no more than 200 calories per container or per package or amount served and shall contain no more than 8 g of fat per container or per package or amount served with no more than 2 g of fat from saturated and trans fats and shall contain no more than 15 g of sugar per container or per package or amount served. Restrictions on à la carte items are similar to those on items in vending machines (see Section 6.12.5 of NMAC).

 

Vending machines may only contain milk with a fat content of 2% or less, soy milk, water, or juice that is at least 50% fruit and that has no added sweeteners and a serving size not to exceed 20 oz.

The following beverages may only be sold in vending machines after the last lunch period is completed: carbonated soft drinks that are both sugar free and caffeine free; non-carbonated flavored water with no added sweeteners; and sports drinks.

Food products sold in vending machines to students in high schools may be sold at any time subject to the following requirements: (i) Nuts, seeds, cheese, yogurt, and fruit may be sold in vending machines in high schools at any time and are not subject to the restrictions in item (ii) of this subparagraph.(ii) Food products other than those listed in item (i) of this subparagraph are subject to the following restrictions: shall contain no more than 200 calories per container or per package or amount served and shall contain no more than 8 g of fat per container or per package or amount served with no more than 2 g of fat from saturated and trans fats and shall contain no more than 15 g of sugar per container or per package or amount served.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

New York

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

North Carolina

Elementary schools

Yes (see notes)

Not specified

Not specified

Not specified

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

From the beginning of the school day until the end of the last scheduled meal period, no sweetened soda water, no chewing gum, no candy including hard candy, jellies, gums, marshmallow candies, fondant, licorice, spun candy and candy coated popcorn, and no water ices except those which contain fruit or fruit juices, shall be sold in any public school within the state.

N/A

Although not specific to vending machines, state policy prohibits sale of sweetened soda water from the beginning of the school day until the end of the last scheduled meal period.

Although not specific to vending machines, state policy prohibits sale of sweetened soda water from the beginning of the school day until the end of the last scheduled meal period.

None

Schools may not sell soft drinks to students at elementary schools.

Prohibits snack vending.

Schools may not sell soft drinks to students at elementary schools.

None

The State Board of Education is required to develop nutrition standards for school meals, à la carte food and beverage items and after-school snack program (all grades). The standards must promote an increase in fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain products and decrease foods high in fat and sugar (all grades). Implementation of the standards in elementary schools must be achieved by the 2007-2008 school year, followed by middle and high schools.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

North Carolina (cont.)

Secondary schools

Yes (see notes)

Not specified

Not specified

Not specified

North Dakota

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Ohio

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Oklahoma

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No; however, elementary school students cannot have access to FMNVs except on special occasions. Middle and junior high school students do not have access to FMNVs except after school, at evening events, and on special occasions.

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Soft drinks may not be sold to students until after the end of the last lunch period with the approval of the local school board of education.

75% of snack vending products offered in middle and high schools to not exceed 200 calories per portion or package.

Sales of sugared, carbonated soft drinks in middle school vending machines are prohibited. Offering of sugared carbonated soft drinks in high school vending machines cannot be more than 50% of the total items for sale. Bottled water products must be available in every school with beverage vending.

Sale of soft drinks during breakfast and lunch periods in middle and high schools is prohibited.

 

No

N/A

None

None

None

No

N/A

None

None

State law requires public school districts to pass and enforce a local Food For Sale Policy through board resolution.

Middle and junior high school students do not have access to FMNVs except after school, at evening events, and on special occasions, with the exception of diet sodas with less than ten calories per serving.

N/A

Middle and junior high school students do not have access to FMNVs except after school, at evening events, and on special occasions, with the exception of diet sodas with less than ten calories per serving.

None

High school students must have access to healthy food choices. Incentives, such as lower prices, should be provided to encourage selection of healthy food choices over FMNVs.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Oregon

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No (see notes)

N/A

N/A

N/A

Pennsylvania

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

If approved by a school board, FMNV may be sold outside the food service area during breakfast or lunch periods, and may be offered in an offer vs serve program.

No

N/A

None

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Rhode Island

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

All elementary, middle, and junior high schools can only offer healthier beverages and snacks. Healthier beverages are defined as: (1) Water, including carbonated water, flavored or sweetened with 100% fruit juice and containing no added sweetener; (2) 2% fat milk, 1% fat milk, nonfat milk, and dairy alternatives, such as fortified soy beverages, plain or flavored, with a sugar content of not more than 4 g per oz; (3) 100% fruit juice or fruit based drinks that are composed of no less than 50% fruit juice and have no added sweetener; and (4) Vegetable-based drinks that are composed of no less than 50% vegetable juice and have no added sweetener. Healthier snacks are defined as: (1) Individually sold portions of nuts, nut butters, seeds, egg and cheese packaged for individual sale, fruit, vegetables that have not been deep-fried and legumes; (2) Individually sold portions of low-fat yogurt with not more than 4 g of total carbohydrates per oz and reduced fat or low fat cheese packaged for individual sale; and (3) Individually sold enriched or fortified grain or grain products or whole grain foods that contain no more than 30% calories from fat, no more than 10% total calories from saturated fat, and no more than 7 g of total sugar per oz.

N/A

All elementary, middle, and junior high schools can only offer healthier beverages and snacks. Healthier beverages are defined as: (1) Water, including carbonated water, flavored or sweetened with 100% fruit juice and containing no added sweetener; (2) 2% fat milk, 1% fat milk, nonfat milk, and dairy alternatives, such as fortified soy beverages, plain or flavored, with a sugar content of not more than 4 g per oz; (3) 100% fruit juice or fruit based drinks that are composed of no less than 50% fruit juice and have no added sweetener; and (4) Vegetable-based drinks that are composed of no less than 50% vegetable juice and have no added sweetener. Healthier snacks are defined as: (1) Individually sold portions of nuts, nut butters, seeds, egg and cheese packaged for individual sale, fruit, vegetables that have not been deep-fried and legumes; (2) Individually sold portions of low-fat yogurt with not more than 4 g of total carbohydrates per oz and reduced fat or low fat cheese packaged for individual sale; and (3) Individually sold enriched or fortified grain or grain products or whole grain foods that contain no more than 30% calories from fat, no more than 10% total calories from saturated fat, and no more than 7 g of total sugar per oz.

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

South Carolina

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

South Dakota

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

Each school district must establish a Coordinated School Health Advisory Council (CSHAC) responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and monitoring school health policies and programs. The CSHAC is responsible for determining which snacks may be sold in vending machines in elementary schools. Each school board of trustees must establish restrictions on food and beverage items made available through vending machines.

No

N/A

None

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Tennessee

Pre-K, Elementary, and Middle Schools

Yes

35% excluding nuts, seeds, and nut butters.

At or below 10%

35%

Tennessee (cont.)

High School

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Portion size for à la carte entrées cannot exceed the portion size of comparable portions offered as part of school meals. Chips, cereals, crackers, french fries, baked goods, and other snack items cannot contain more than 230 mg of sodium per serving. Pastas, meats, and soups may not contain more than 480 mg of sodium per serving. Pizza, sandwiches, and main dishes may not contain more than 600 mg of sodium per serving. Portion size restrictions: for cookies (1 oz); for baked goods (2 oz); chips, crackers, popcorn, cereal, trail mix, nuts, seeds, dried fruit or jerky (1 1/4 oz); frozen dessert (4 oz); frozen yogurt (8 oz). Pure cheese can only be sold in 1 oz sizes and cannot exceed 3.5 g of fat. See beverage restrictions under vending machine column.

Same restrictions as provided under “competitive foods.”

Only beverages that can be sold include: reduced fat, low-fat, or skim milk or USDA approved alternative dairy beverages; 100% fruit juice; non-flavored, non-sweetened, non-caffeinated water; and low-calorie non-carbonated beverages containing no additional sweeteners and no more than 15 calories per serving. Beverages sold cannot exceed 8 oz, with the exception of non-flavored water.

None

These standards do not apply to foods served as a federally reimbursable meal; however, the Board strongly recommends that school meal programs meet the standards. An individual food item that is part of the day’s reimbursable school lunch program may be sold as an à la carte item and does not need to comply to the nutritional standards.

None

N/A

None

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Texas

Elementary (defined through grade 6)

Yes

Schools and other vendors may not serve food items containing more than 28 g of fat per serving size more than twice per week. By the 2006-07 school year, the goal is to reduce this to 23 g of fat. French fries and other fried potato products must not exceed 3 oz per serving and may not be offered more than once per week and students may only purchase one serving at a time. Schools serving potato chips should use reduced fat, no more than 5 g per oz, or baked varieties when possible. Beginning in 2006-07 school year, schools should reduce the purchase of any products containing trans fats. Schools also must abide by maximum portion sizes outlined in the Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.

Not specified

Unflavored or flavored milks and beverages may not contain more than 30 g total sugar per 8 oz serving. Frozen fruit slushes must contain a minimum of 50% fruit juice.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Yes. State policy prohibits an elementary school campus from serving competitive foods or FMNV to students anywhere on school premises until the end of the last scheduled class (does not pertain to food items made available by the school food service program).

An elementary school may not serve or provide access to FMNV, all other forms of candy, or competitive foods at any time, anywhere on school premises until the end of the last scheduled class.

An elementary school may not serve or provide access to FMNV, all other forms of candy, or competitive foods at any time, anywhere on school premises until the end of the last scheduled class.

An elementary school may not serve or provide access to FMNV, all other forms of candy or competitive foods at any time, anywhere on school premises until the end of the last scheduled class.

Portion size restrictions are placed on certain food and beverage items served or made available to students, with the exception of school meals. State policy places restrictions on portion size for the following items: chips, baked chips, crackers, popcorn, cereal, trail mix, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, jerky, pretzels, cookies/cereal bars, bakery items, frozen desserts, yogurt, ice cream, pudding, gelatin, and beverage items. Elementary classrooms may allow one nutritious snack per day, but not at the same time as the regular meal period for that class. The snack must comply with the fat and sugar limits of the Public School Nutrition Policy and may not contain any FMNVs or consist of candy or dessert type items.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Texas (cont.)

Middle (Grades 6, 7, 8)/Junior High (Grades 7 and 8 or Grades 7, 8 and 9)

Yes

Schools and other vendors may not serve food items containing more than 28 g of fat per serving size more than twice per week. By the 2006-07 school year, the goal is to reduce this to 23 g of fat. French fries and other fried potato products must not exceed 3 oz per serving, may not be offered more than three times per week, and students may only purchase one serving at a time. Schools serving potato chips should use reduced fat, no more than 5 g per oz, or baked varieties when possible.

Not specified

Flavored or unflavored milks and other beverages may contain no more than 30 g total sugar per 8 oz serving. Frozen fruit slushes must contain a minimum of 50% fruit juice.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

Yes. Prohibits a middle or junior high school from serving or providing access to FMNV and all other forms of candy at any time, anywhere on school premises until after the last lunch period. Competitive foods may not be served to students anywhere on school campus during school meals. Beginning in 2006-07 school year, schools should reduce the purchase of any products containing trans fats. Schools also must abide by maximum portion sizes outlined in the Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.

Must meet nutrition standards as previously described.

Prohibits a middle or junior high school from serving or providing access to FMNV and all other forms of candy at any time, anywhere on school premises until after the last lunch period. Competitive foods may not be served to students anywhere on school campus during school meals.

Prohibits a middle or junior high school from serving or providing access to FMNV and all other forms of candy at any time, anywhere on school premises until after the last lunch period. Competitive foods may not be served to students anywhere on school campus during school meals.

Portion size restrictions are placed on certain food and beverage items served or made available to students, with the exception of school meals. State policy places restrictions on portion size for the following items: chips, baked chips, crackers, popcorn, cereal, trail mix, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, jerky, pretzels, cookies/cereal bars, bakery items, frozen desserts, ice cream, pudding, gelatin, yogurt, candy bar and packaged candies, frozen fruit slushes and beverage items.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Texas (cont.)

High School

Yes

Schools and other vendors may not serve food items containing more than 28 g of fat per serving size more than twice per week. By the 2006-2007 school year, the goal is to reduce this to 23 g of fat. French fries and other fried potato products must not exceed 3 oz per serving, may not be offered more than three times per week, and student may only purchase one serving at a time.

Not specified

Flavored or unflavored milks and other beverages, including those restricted as FMNV, may not contain more than 30 g total sugar per 8 oz serving. Frozen fruit slushes must contain a minimum of 50% fruit juice.

Utah

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No. Does not allow sale of FMNVs or competitive foods in food service areas where federal school meals are served. Beginning in 2006-07 school year, schools should reduce the purchase of any products containing trans fats. Schools also must abide by maximum portion sizes outlined in the Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.

Must meet nutrition standards as previously described.

Prohibits the sale of sugared, carbonated beverages in containers larger than 12 oz. Does not allow sale of FMNVs or competitive foods in food service areas where federal school meals are served.

Does not allow sale of FMNVs or competitive foods in food service areas where federal school meals are served.

Portion size restrictions are placed on certain food and beverage items served or made available to students, with the exception of school meals. State policy places restrictions on portion size for the following items: chips, baked chips, crackers, popcorn, cereal, trail mix, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, jerky, pretzels, cookies/cereal bars, bakery items, frozen desserts, ice cream, pudding, gelatin, yogurt, candy bar and packaged candies, frozen fruit slushes and beverage items. Portion sizes for high school students in comparison to elementary and middle school students are larger.

No

N/A

None

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Vermont

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Virginia

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

During 2004 session, H.B. 272 was enacted requiring the Department of Education to develop a model school fitness and nutrition policy, which includes a definition of nutritious foods, nutritional guidelines regarding foods sold or served by the food service program, vending machines, snack bars and school stores. Schools are not required to adopt model policy.

The sale of food items for the profit of any entity other than the school nutrition program is prohibited during the lunch period and from 6:00 am through the end of the last breakfast service.

N/A

None

The sale of food items for the profit of any entity other than the school nutrition program is prohibited during the lunch period and from 6:00 am through the end of the last breakfast service.

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Washington

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

West Virginia

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Yes

Limited to not more than 8 g of fat per one oz serving or meet USDA standards for a lunch component.

Not specified

40%

Wisconsin

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

Legislation enacted in 2004 requires Washington State School Directors Association to develop model school nutrition policy but does not require schools to adopt the policy. Schools are required to have a policy.

No candy, soft drinks (exception for high school), chewing gum or flavored ice bars will be sold or served during the school day. All “other foods” will reflect the Dietary Guidelines or meet the USDA standard for a lunch component (see notes for definition of “other foods”). Only meal components may be sold as à la carte items for breakfast, and only fluid milk, milk shakes and bottled water may be sold as à la carte items for lunch. Any juice or juice product sold or served must contain a minimum of 20% fruit juice.

All “other foods” made available will follow the nutritional guidelines as indicated.

Soft drinks may not be sold in elementary, middle or junior high schools through vending machines, in school stores or on-site fund-raisers during the school day. Schools are only permitted to sell “healthy beverages” during the school day, defined as water, 100% fruit and vegetable juice, low-fat milk and other juice beverages with at least 20% real juice. For those high schools that permit the sale of soft drinks, “healthy beverages” must account for at least 50% of the total beverages offered and must be located near the vending machines containing soft drinks.

No candy, soft drinks (exception for high schools), chewing gum, or flavored ice bars will be sold or served during the school day.

“Other foods” are defined as any food or beverage, other than those served as part of the school meal, including snacks from vending machines, foods sold during school hours for fundraising, and foods served at parties. “Other foods” do not include those brought to school by individual students for their own consumption.

No

N/A

None

None

None

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Nutrition standards for competitive foods sold in schools (includes items sold à la carte, in school stores and/or vending machines)

State

Grade Level

Does the state have nutritional standards for competitive foods?

Max. calories from fat

Max. calories from saturated fat

Max. % of sugar by weight

Wyoming

Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

No

N/A

N/A

N/A

aThe regulations for the Federal School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program do not prohibit the sale of foods in competition with reimbursable meals as long as those foods are not considered to be foods of minimal nutritional value. These FMNV may not be sold or served in food service areas during breakfast or lunch. Exceptions to the rule are specified by the USDA.

bThe USDA categorizes foods of minimal nutritional value as soda water (which includes carbonated beverages), water ices (except those that contain fruit or fruit juices), chewing gum, and certain candies (including hard candy, jellies and gums, marshmallow candies, fondant, licorice, spun candy and candy-coated popcorn).

SOURCE: Health Policy Tracking Service, a service of Thomson West. Data current as of December 31, 2005.

Suggested Citation:"Appendix C Nutrition Standards for Competitive Foods Sold in Elementary, Middle, or High School Set by States." Institute of Medicine. 2007. Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools: Leading the Way Toward Healthier Youth. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/11899.
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Additional restrictions on vending machine

 

Additional restrictions

Max. calories from fat, saturated fat, and sugar by weight

Restrictions on beverages sold in vending machines

Restrictions on access to vending machines

Notes

No

N/A

None

None

School districts can make their policies stricter.

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Food choices and eating habits are learned from many sources. The school environment plays a significant role in teaching and modeling health behaviors. For some children, foods consumed at school can provide a major portion of their daily nutrient intake. Foods and beverages consumed at school can come from two major sources: (1) Federally funded programs that include the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), the School Breakfast Program (SBP), and after-school snacks and (2) competitive sources that include vending machines, "a la carte" sales in the school cafeteria, or school stores and snack bars.

Foods and beverages sold at school outside of the federally reimbursable school nutrition programs are referred to as “competitive foods” because they compete with the traditional school lunch as a nutrition source. There are important concerns about the contribution of nutrients and total calories from competitive foods to the daily diets of school-age children and adolescents.

Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools offers both reviews and recommendations about appropriate nutrition standards and guidance for the sale, content, and consumption of foods and beverages at school, with attention given to foods and beverages offered in competition with federally reimbursable meals and snacks. It is sure to be an invaluable resource to parents, federal and state government agencies, educators and schools, health care professionals, food manufacturers, industry trade groups, media, and those involved in consumer advocacy.

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