Junk food in schools sparks calls for ban in province
Readers weigh in on banning junk foods from schools arguing better concentration and health. The Chetwynd Echo invites letters to the editor with verification details and privacy notes, outlining submission methods and copyright terms.
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Junk food in schools prompts calls for healthier lunches
Nutritionist Linday Boyd of the Fort St. John Health Unit notes obesity and overweight rates among children have risen over 20 years. She cites budget cuts reducing sports, shortened lunch breaks, and limited physical activity as factors, urging immediate action while praising local schools in Chetwynd for adopting healthier options.
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Fort St. John Health Unit
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