Should junk food be banned from schools?

Should junk food be banned from schools?

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

No its taking away freedom of Choice ,Everyone should be able to choose what they eat .
Advise on food so they know what they are eating .

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

Yes some children don't get the opportunity to eat good wholesome food at home .
Eating good food at school will help to educate their palate and may increase their ability to concentrate and learn.

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

Neither schools nor hospitals should be selling junk food. What people eat away from these establishments is up to them.

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

Yes - should be banned
There is evidence to show the food does no good to energy levels or health
They should get at least one healthy meal per day

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

Yes, there's plenty of good, healthy food around that is just as acceptable for school lunches.
I agree with Meg, some kids never see a good, wholesome meal - chips with everything and sugary food is not a good way to eat.

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

Yes .....

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

I dont think Schools serve Junk food every day of the week , Chips were on the menu just once a week when mine went ..

And when they go to Secondary they can go out of School grounds and get any Take Away they want .

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

Give 'em gruel and poke ' em with a stick!

Joking!!!
My daughter's a dinner lady and has refused to serve some meals. Luckily she has a say on suppliers.

Re: Should junk food be banned from schools?

Absolutely it should be banned .
If schools don't set an example who will.
Some parents seem to be totally incapable of doing so.