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Better standards for school lunch don’t create a nanny state; they get the government out of the obesity promotion business.

Dr. David Ludwig, an obesity specialist at Children’s Hospital Boston. Massachusetts state health regulators are proposing schools menus that will promote fresh produce, whole grains and low-fat snacks. The school nutrition rules need the approval of the state Public Health Council.

Dr. David Ludwig, an obesity specialist at Children’s Hospital Boston. Massachusetts state health regulators are proposing schools menus that will promote fresh produce, whole grains and low-fat snacks. The school nutrition rules need the approval of the state Public Health Council.

Tina Trenkner is the Deputy Editor for GOVERNING.com. She edits the Technology and Health newsletters.