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Some times I think that portions are too large, or are too small. Who sets the size of portions?

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Some times I think that portions are too large, or are too small. Who sets the size of portions?

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The government sets meal portion sizes. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) determines age-appropriate serving sizes of meats/meat alternates, fruits, vegetables, bread/grain products, and milk. Each school district that participates in the National School Lunch Program, and other child nutrition programs, must meet the requirements. Since calorie levels are also set at age-appropriate levels, older children (i.e. high school age) receive larger portions than younger children.

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