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Mum says Tesco school food scheme has changed how her family eat at home

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Only 12% of children aged between 11 and 18 are meeting the five-a-day recommendation, according to the government's National Diet and Nutrition Survey.

A British Nutrition Foundation study found that only 14% of 4-10 year olds and 4% of 11-18 year olds are meeting recommended fibre intakes needed to keep the gut healthy and reduce the risk of disease in later life.And, on average, just 11% of 4-10 year olds and 18% of 11-18 year olds have low intakes of vitamin A, which is important for the immune system, vision and healthy skin.

Data shows that families on lower incomes struggle to afford a healthy diet which is why the Tesco Fruit & Veg for Schools programme was launched in October 2024.The £4 million project directly targets children in areas with higher free school meal participation.

It is hoped that children taking part will see their overall fruit and veg intake increase by 23%, based on the average 5-a-day intakes in school-aged children.One of the schools taking advantage of the programme is Holly Hill Church School in Rubery.

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