Food Services Useful Links

 
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Photo © Michael Dwyer

1. www.mphw.org - Massachusetts Partnership for Healthy Weight
Useful information and tips pertaining to healthy eating, increasing activity, and promoting weight management

2. www.projectbread.org - Project Bread
A non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of childhood hunger in Massachusetts. This organization is involved in the funding of state school breakfast and lunch programs.

3. www.johnstalkerinstitute.org - John Stalker Institute
Explanation of resources used by food service professionals, geared toward promoting a healthier eating environment in schools.

4. www.fns.usda.gov - USDA Food & Nutrition Service
Provides information on subsidized food programs and eligibility requirements.

5.
www.mypyramid.gov - USDA Interactive Food Pyramid Guide
Interactive government website providing information on specific food groups, activity levels, and overall healthy lifestyles.

6. www.metrowestkids.org - Metrowest Community Healthcare Foundation
Information for parents, kids, and schools on healthy lifestyles for children.

 7. www.cdc.gov/HealthyLiving - Center for Disease Control
Useful information pertaining to childhood obesity, healthy eating, and other nutrition related topics.

8. http://www.maschoolfood.org/nutrition.htm - The School Nutrition Association of Massachusetts
Provides information on healthy eating options at school.

9. www.actionforhealthykids.org - Action for Healthy Kids non-profit organization
Addresses changes that can be made at school in an effort to reduce obesity in children, encourage activity, and reduce the number of undernourished children.


10. http://www.doe.mass.edu/cnp/position.html - Massachusetts Department of Education
Explains the state's position on nutrition programs and services in Massachusetts schools.

11. http://www.framingham.k12.ma.us - District School Web Site


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