Table 1.

ABC Grow Healthy Standards

Beverages

Skim or 1% milk for children 2 years and older

Sugar-sweetened beverages not served

Juice allowed only once per day or less in four-ounce servings

Fruits and vegetables

At least two different fruits served two or more times per day

Vegetable other than white potatoes served at least one time per day

Fried or prefried vegetables served one time per week or less

Whole grains

Whole-grain foods served once per day

Other foods

High-fat meats served two times per week or less

Sweet food items served two times per week or less

Policies and practices

Staff attend nutrition training at least one time per year

Children learn about nutrition at least one time per week

Do not use food as a reward or punishment

Create and consistently implement a written nutrition policy