mercurialworld Posted April 9 Posted April 9 (edited) From Consumer Reports: Quote WASHINGTON, D.C. – Consumer Reports called on the Department of Agriculture today to remove Lunchables food kits from the National School Lunch Program. CR recently compared the nutritional profiles of two Lunchable kits served in schools and found they have even higher levels of sodium than the kits consumers can buy in the store. CR also tested 12 store-bought versions of Lunchables and similar kits and found several contained relatively high levels of lead and cadmium. All but one also tested positive for phthalates, chemicals found in plastic that have been linked to reproductive problems, diabetes, and certain cancers. "Lunchables are not a healthy option for kids and shouldn't be allowed on the menu as part of the National School Lunch Program,” said Brian Ronholm, director of food policy at Consumer Reports, which launched a petition to the USDA. "The Lunchables and similar lunch kits we tested contain concerning levels of sodium and harmful chemicals that can lead to serious health problems over time. The USDA should remove Lunchables from the National School Lunch Program and ensure that kids in schools have healthier options.” The USDA currently allows two Lunchables kits — Turkey & Cheddar Cracker Stackers and Extra Cheesy Pizza — to be served to nearly 30 million children through the National School Lunch Program. To meet the program's requirements, Kraft Heinz added more whole grains to the crackers and more protein to the Lunchable kits designed for schools compared to store-bought versions. Lead is a metal that can be bad for our health. Just like how too much candy can give you a tummy ache, too much lead in your body can make you feel sick. Think about Taylor Swift's glittery microphones; if they had lead in them, it could be harmful to her and her fans. Now, what would you do if your favourite snack had lead in it? Edited April 9 by mercurialworld 2
The7thStranger Posted April 9 Posted April 9 3 minutes ago, Brikenbur said: I used to work for Kraft-Heinz corporate So what you're saying is that you had access. 3
FameFatale Posted April 9 Posted April 9 The Lunchables brand always had a weird taste to me. I like the "LunchMakers" knock off brand I'm a turkey and cheddar with the Butterfinger girl all day long though.
Gladiator Posted April 9 Posted April 9 3 minutes ago, Brikenbur said: I used to work for Kraft-Heinz corporate spill
Sombre Posted April 9 Posted April 9 The way I'd be the most annoying dad by not letting my child eat stuff like this.
Cameltoe Chariot Posted April 9 Posted April 9 26 minutes ago, mercurialworld said: From Consumer Reports: Lead is a metal that can be bad for our health. Just like how too much candy can give you a tummy ache, too much lead in your body can make you feel sick. Think about Taylor Swift's glittery microphones; if they had lead in them, it could be harmful to her and her fans. Now, what would you do if your favourite snack had lead in it? 12
Sun Posted April 9 Posted April 9 The amount of lunchables I've devoured in my lifetime omg kinda craving them now
Redstreak Posted April 9 Posted April 9 Welp, guess I'll stop getting them for my kids school lunches then 💀
Brikenbur Posted April 9 Posted April 9 1 hour ago, Gladiator said: spill A silly Midwest company full of post-grads who think they know what they're doing but only care about meeting quotas and keeping their higher ups "happy"
Lana Banana Posted April 9 Posted April 9 1 hour ago, magazine said: It was kinda obvious Like literally. When you look at that ****, do you really think it "looks" healthy? 1
Lana Banana Posted April 9 Posted April 9 1 hour ago, Sheep said: So this is why I'm stupid And probably a TS or a Yonce fan ¯\(ツ)/¯
Sheep Posted April 9 Posted April 9 26 minutes ago, Lana Banana said: And probably a TS or a Yonce fan ¯\(ツ)/¯ who are you
Sawk Posted April 9 Posted April 9 The fact that in U.S. school cafeterias Lunchables count as a meal 1 1
shinyshimmery Posted April 9 Posted April 9 How are lunchables healthy meals? they seem to be more of a snack, no? Anyhowwww, as an adult, I make charcuterie boards... I like to think of them as the adult version of lunchables lol 1
getBusy Posted April 9 Posted April 9 They can change their tagline to "Lunchables: Creating the LEADers of Tomorrow" 1
Lana Banana Posted April 10 Posted April 10 9 hours ago, Sheep said: who are you Your mom's chest hair ¯\(ツ)/¯
Sheep Posted April 10 Posted April 10 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Lana Banana said: Your mom's chest hair ¯\(ツ)/¯ So you're a nobody. Got it Edited April 10 by Sheep
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