Throughout the years Obesity has Increased dramatically, especially with young children. Many parents are concerned about the wellbeing of their children but they are not aware that the root of the problem is in schools lunches and what they eat daily. “An estimated 17% of children and adolescents ages 2-19 years are obese according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention” (Childhood Obesity Facts). The consequences of childhood obesity can be physical complications such as diabetes and high blood pressure, to social problems like low self-esteem and depression which would affect children's way of adapting. In order for The National lunch Program to provide healthier food; the government needs to invest in school. The U.S. government …show more content…
It would not only allow children to consume home made food but it would keep everything fresh.What kid wouldn’t enjoy eating fresh and juicy fruit? Yes It would require more money, the government has to pay for the kitchen staff appliances etc, but in the long run it will save money for americans in general. If you stay healthy, you’ll have fewer medical bills to pay and by cutting back on food, you’ll eat less and have fewer groceries to …show more content…
Parents are getting involved; instead of consuming food from school, kids are now bringing their own lunch from home. When parents are engaged in their children’s school activities, their children get better grades, choose healthier behaviors, and have better social skills. Parents can volunteer as cooks in order to save money in contracting workers. Schools have to realize that the meals that they are providing students now set the building blocks to what students believe are important for their