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Why This Matters Right Now

Every day, millions of students consume meals loaded with chemicals that impact their health, learning, and future. It's time for student voices to demand better.

Chemical Overload

Preservatives, artificial colors, and processed ingredients dominating school menus​

78% of school meals contain harmful additives

Health Impacts

Rising rates of allergies, ADHD, and digestive issues linked to food chemicals

1 in 4 students report food-related health issues

Inequality Gap

Low-income students disproportionately affected by poor nutrition quality

32M students rely on school meals daily

Banned Everywhere Else

Many chemicals in U.S. school meals are already banned in other countries due to health concerns. Why are we still feeding them to our students?

European Union
Artificial food dyes, BHA, BHT
Canada
Potassium bromate, Azodicarbonamide  
Japan
Artificial trans fats, preservatives
Australia
Several artificial colors and flavors

The Real Goal: Fresh, Cooked-From-Scratch Food

We're advocating for fresh, locally-sourced, cooked-from-scratch meals that nourish students' bodies and minds. Real food for real learning.

17%

less plate waste when schools run Farm to School

28%

greater student acceptance of healthier school meals in Farm to School districts

17%

higher school-meal participation where Farm to School is implemented

Empowering student leaders to
transform school nutrition nationwide.
Together, we're building a healthier
future for every student.

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@ 2024 CleanEats Coalition

 Questions? Call us at (804) 728-0019‬

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