This article proposes a novel approach to school food reform that promotes healthy dietary habits. Daily aggregate … provided to that student in school at any time of the day, including meals and snacks, whether from the cafeteria, vending … foods served to a child in school. DANS could also block purchases of foods that are inconsistent with a student’s daily …

We find access to universal free school meals through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) had a meaningful impact … school meals may be declining after universal access …

Nearly 1/3 of children between ages 6 and 19 are considered obese and their choosing of less healthy foods in school …