These State Laws Won’t Get Junk Food Out of Kids’ School Lunches
The New York Times • 12/8/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Many states have proposed bans on the sale of ultraprocessed foods in schools, but the effectiveness of these laws is hindered by varying definitions of ultraprocessing, according to The New York Times.
Lindy Score Breakdown
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Age (0-35)
38 days
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Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
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The New York Times
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Related Story Timeline
- 2025-10-27Going Down the Junk Food Rabbit Hole (The New York Times)
- 2025-12-08These State Laws Won’t Get Junk Food Out of Kids’ School Lunches (current)
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