Aren’t school lunches starchy?
Carbohydrates (starch) and fats are the major sources of energy in the American diet. Nutritionists recommend that Americans increase their intake of complex carbohydrates (starch) and decrease their intake of fats. Calories from complex carbohydrates, such as whole grain breads and cereals, fruits and vegetables, also add fiber to the diet. The Oshkosh Area School District limits simple carbohydrates (sugar) and replaces desserts with fresh fruits as often as possible. School lunch is designed for growing students; it may provide excess calories for adults.
