While nutrition is not a major focus of food training certification, it is an important part of the food service industry. A recent report from the American Heart Association recommends children between the ages of two and 18 only consume 25 grams of sugar in a day. We visit many different local restaurants, and we have observed that most kid’s menus are loaded with options that potentially exceed the AMA’s guidelines.
Food Training Certification and Sugar Consumption in Children
Eating too much sugar will not create a food-borne illness risk for children, but certain health conditions such as hyperactivity, heart disease and obesity have been linked to sweetened foods and drinks. Should this concern kitchen managers and restaurant supervisors?
Food Training Certification and Sugar Consumption in Children
Eating too much sugar will not create a food-borne illness risk for children, but certain health conditions such as hyperactivity, heart disease and obesity have been linked to sweetened foods and drinks. Should this concern kitchen managers and restaurant supervisors?