Perceived Effect of Public School Food Laws on Obesity
by Peter Graham on Jul 9, 2013 | Views: 123 | Score: 0
Very | Somewhat | Not Too | Not at All | |
---|---|---|---|---|
National Adults | 19 | 40 | 20 | 19 |
Public School Parents | 19 | 36 | 24 | 17 |
Nonpublic School Parents | 18 | 42 | 19 | 20 |
How effective would laws regulating public school foods be in reducing obesity (%)?
Sources:
gallup.com
Nearly 6 out of 10 adults nationwide believe federal laws restricting foods that can be served on public school grounds would be either 'very' or 'somewhat' effective in reducing obesity in children. Slightly lower rates, though still a majority, were found among public school parents.