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Vending Machines

Snacks and drinks with higher nutritional value are displayed. (credit: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

USDA Wants “Smart Snacks” In School Vending Machines

When the USDA mandated new nutrition standards for meals served in schools, the amount of snacks sold in vending machines went up significantly. Officials are addressing the issue with a proposed new Smart Snacks in School rule.

CBSDFW.COM–2013/02/06

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Baylor Facilities Going Sugar-Free & Health Conscious

Last year Baylor Health Care System made the decision to remove sugary drinks and fatty food from cafeterias and vending machines. Today those changes are evident at many Baylor locations and looming at others.

2012/09/10

Students purchase healthy snack foods from a Fresh Healthy Vending machine. (credit: Fresh Healthy Vending)

Company Offers Healthy Vending Machine Food

A vending machine company is trying to bring organic and healthy alternatives to the community, and they are starting with area schools.

2012/05/08

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