*[Enwl-eng] U.S. states must ban ultra-processed foods from schools, like California just did.

[ecology]

                        Ultra-processed foods are addictive, crowd-pleasing - and horribly unhealthy for children.
                       
                 
           
                       
                 
           
                       
                 
           
                        States Must Follow California's Lead and Ban Ultra-Processed Foods in School Meals to Protect Kids' Health
                       
                 
           
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                        This month, California — the most populated state in the U.S. and the fourth-largest economy in the world — took an incredible step forward for children's health and nutrition. It just banned serving up ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in school meals, ensuring that kids will instead have access to healthy meals that promote their brains' development.

                        Experts estimate that around 73% of the current supply of food in the U.S. is ultra-processed foods. These products include foods of convenience like packaged bread, soda, microwavable meals, and fast-food menu items. They are often loaded with salt, sugars, flavor enhancers, and other additives, making them addictive and crowd-pleasing. But the same additives that give them such mass appeal also have horrible effects on public health.

                        It seems obvious that we shouldn't be feeding these kinds of low-quality foods to our kids. At such a formative time in their lives, children need nutritious foods to fuel their growing brains. Studies have repeatedly shown that proper nutrition directly leads to improved focus and concentration in school, which in turn leads to improved educational results and future career prospects.



                        We must protect kids — as well as safeguard their futures. Sign the petition to demand that all U.S. states pass laws based on California's, and ban the use of ultra-processed foods in school meals!


                       
                 
           
                       
                 Thank you,

                        Celeste

                        Care2 Petitions Team
                       
                 
           
                        P.S. Now that California has become a role model for how to prioritize kids' health, the rest of the nation must follow. Sign the petition.
                       
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From: Celeste S., Care2 Action Alerts 
Sent: Monday, September 29, 2025 11:31 AM
Subject: U.S. states must ban ultra-processed foods from schools, like California just did.



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