Specific Prohibited Foods and Beverages on Campus • • Prohibited foods and cooking methods - Final preparation method cannot be deep fat fried Arizona Department of Education Prohibited beverages - Fruit/vegetable drinks containing less than 100% juice for Elementary Schools and less than 50% juice for Middle and Junior High Schools - Whole fat milk (4% milk fat); flavored or regular - Caffeine/Energy drinks - Sports drinks, electrolyte-replacement drinks for Elementary Schools only - Carbonated beverages Arizona Revised Statute 15-242 Revised September 2007 Question and Answers How is a normal school day defined? A normal school day is defined as beginning with the start of the first breakfast period and ending with the last bell of the instruction period. When does the school have to implement the Arizona Nutrition Standards? In accordance to ARS 15-242, the standards are effective and must be implemented by July 1, 2006. How are the Arizona Nutrition Standards regulated? The Arizona Nutrition Standards will be regulated through the on-site visits for the Coordinated Review Effort (CRE), the School Meals Initiative (SMI), or any other on-site visit. Are the Arizona Nutrition Standards applicable to classroom parties? No, the Arizona Nutrition Standards are not applicable to classroom parties. Which grade standards does a K-8 school follow? A K-8 school will follow the Elementary School Standards for the students in grades K-5 and will follow the Middle/Junior High School Standards for students in grades 6-8. The energy needs for children by age with moderate activity level* Age Group Female (years) Male 4-8 1400-1600 1400-1600 calories/day calories/day For more information please go to www.ade.az.gov or call The Department of Education - Health and Nutrition Services at 602-542-8700. 9-13 1600-2000 1800-2200 calories/day calories/day 14-18 2000 2400-2800 calories/day calories/day The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. *Dietary Guidelines 2005 The contents of this publication were developed and produced through funds from the United States Department of Agriculture. Tom Horne, Superintendent of Public Instruction Printed in Phoenix, AZ by the Arizona Department of Education. Copies: 650, Total Cost: $640.59, Unit Cost: $.99, Date: 10/07 Health and Nutrition Services - School Health and Nutrition Programs 1535 West Jefferson Street - Bin #7 Phoenix, AZ 85007 Purpose Food Standards Introduction Arizona Revised Statue 15-242 mandates all kindergarten through eighth grade schools follow the Arizona Nutrition Standards by July 1, 2006. The Arizona Nutrition Standards are based off of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, several studies and research programs. Implementing these standards successfully will help maintain children’s health and ensure that they are ready to learn. In addition, this will guarantee that school environments are supporting both parents and teachers as they encourage children to establish healthy eating behaviors. • • • • • 10% or less of total calories from saturated and trans fatty acids (combined) No more than 35% total sugar by weight Must contain at least 1 gram of fiber 40% or less of total calories from fat for NSLP entrées sold a la carte 35% or less of total calories from fat for non-NSLP entrées and other items sold a la carte • • • • • • Maximum 400 calories per serving for entrée items sold as a la carte Maximum 300 calories per serving for all other items Maximum 800 mg of sodium for entrée items sold as a la carte Maximum 600 mg of sodium for all other snack items Final preparation method not deep fat fried See exemptions to the Food Standards Beverage Standards Beverage Type Dairy: Fluid Milk All water products, including fitness water may contain natural or artificial sweeteners. All products containing caffeine are prohibited. All isotonic sports drinks/electrolyte replacement drinks are prohibited. All beverages containing carbonation are prohibited. Junior High (6-8) Cannot exceed 2% milk fat (fat free, 1% and 2% are within standards). Flavored milk cannot contain more than 4 grams of sugar per ounce. Whole fat milk (4%) is prohibited. All milk alternative products must be a reduced fat form. Must contain at least 50% fruit and/or vegetable juice, no added sugar, with nutrient values equal to 100% fruit juice. All water products, including fitness water may contain natural or artificial sweeteners. All products containing caffeine are prohibited. Isotonic sports drinks/electrolyte replacement drinks are allowed to be served. All beverages containing carbonation are prohibited. Food Type Chips and Crackers (served as a non-NSLP entrée or an a la carte snack item) French Fries and other potato products Baked Goods: Muffins, Sweet Rolls, Donuts and Pastries Elementary (K-5) Cannot exceed 1.5 oz - Cannot be deep fat fried Junior High (6-8) Cannot exceed 1.5 oz - Cannot be deep fat fried Must meet the Arizona Nutrition Standards Cannot exceed 3 oz Must meet the Arizona Nutrition Standards Cannot exceed 3 oz Baked Goods: Cookies, Bars, Brownies Cannot exceed 2 oz Cannot exceed 2 oz Nuts and Seeds Dairy Products Cannot exceed 2 oz Cheese cannot exceed 2 oz, non-frozen yogurt cannot exceed 8 oz, frozen desserts and puddings cannot exceed 3 oz, and smoothie drinks cannot exceed 12 oz Must meet the Arizona Nutrition Standards Cannot exceed 2 oz Cheese cannot exceed 2 oz, non-frozen yogurt cannot exceed 8 oz, frozen desserts and puddings cannot exceed 3 oz, and smoothie drinks cannot exceed 12 oz Must meet the Arizona Nutrition Standards Elementary (K-5) Cannot exceed 12 oz Cannot exceed 12 oz Cannot exceed 8 oz Must meet the Arizona Nutrition Standards All isotonic sports drinks/electrolyte replacement drinks are prohibited. Junior High (6-8) Cannot exceed 12 oz Cannot exceed 12 oz Cannot exceed 12 oz Must meet the Arizona Nutrition Standards Cannot exceed 12 oz Milk Alternative Juice Water Isotonic Sports Drinks Carbonated Drinks Elementary (K-5) Cannot exceed 2% milk fat (fat free, 1% and 2% are within standards). Flavored milk cannot contain more than 4 grams of sugar per ounce. Whole fat milk (4%) is prohibited. All milk alternative products must be a reduced fat form. Must contain 100% fruit and/or vegetable juice. Portion Sizes Candy Bars, Sports Bars and similar products Beverage Type Dairy: Fluid Milk Milk Alternative Juice Water Isotonic Sports Drinks Over the last thirty years the number of overweight children ages 6-17 has doubled. More than 25% of children ages 6-11 are obese. Among children ages 12-17, 25% of girls and 18% of boys are obese. Obesity is common enough among children that we now consider it an epidemic. In addition, the prevalence of Prediabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure and premature cardiovascular disease in children is at an all time high. The causes of obesity includes the over consumption of calories, inactivity, and environmental influences. Obesity and the related risk factors may be corrected and/ or prevented by incorporating a healthy living model into the lives of children. The Arizona Department of Education is dedicated to helping fight obesity and its risk factors. Therefore, the ADE has developed the Arizona Nutrition Standards to assist schools, parents, and communities in providing a model of healthy living.