Nutrition Programs Ditch Whole Milk

In 2013-14, the National School Lunch Program and Illinois’ Women Infant and Children feeding program banished 2% mile and whole milk from their offerings, in favor of skim and 1% almost exclusively, reflecting US Department of Agriculture dietary guidelines for Americans have recommended low-fat milk since 1995. The American Heart Association supports the switch to low-fat white milk, says Mark Peysakhovich, and explains why the move is an exciting opportunity to learn more.

Read the article at WBEZ, October 13, 2014 (registration required)