Los Angeles School District Bans Flavored Milk from School Menus

The Los Angeles Unified School District has reportedly removed flavored milk
from school menus in an effort to combat rising rates of childhood obesity.
The school board approved a five-year, $100 million dairy contract excluding
chocolate and strawberry milk in favor of low-fat and nonfat plain milk, and
soy and Lactaid products. Beginning in the 2011-12 school year, the menu
overhaul will also include more vegetarian and ethnic fare and eliminate corn
dogs, chicken nuggets and other breaded items. See Los Angeles Times, June
15, 2011.