New Market Research Report: Pulses in the US
The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 directed the USDA to update the National School Lunch Plan's (NSLP) meal patterns and nutrition standards, based on the latest dietary guidelines for Americans. As part of her platform to combat childhood obesity, First Lady Michelle Obama was a main proponent of this legislation, designed to bring school lunches in line with current dietary recommendations. The requirements now include weekly minimum servings of legumes and named dry peas and beans as...
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