Children's food preferences, however, are only one component in plate waste. (pewtrusts.org)
Those groups are also urging lawmakers to roll back requirements for whole grains and fruits and vegetables, citing high costs and increased plate waste. (politico.com)
Some studies also measured plate waste — the food taken and later discarded by kids — and found that it stayed the same or declined after the transition to healthier menus. (pewtrusts.org)