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Peer reviewedHinkle, Margaret Murray – Journal of School Health, 1982
Dental disease, especially tooth decay, is reaching epidemic proportions among children of school age. Since sugar is a major cause of tooth decay and since many confections are sold in schools, it is recommended that schools remove confections and other nonnutritional food items from vending machines, fund-raising activities, and food services.…
Descriptors: Dental Health, Eating Habits, Elementary Secondary Education, Food Service
