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August 23, 2025Journal of School Health

Compliance, Barriers, and Improvement Areas of Two Food Programs in Mexican Middle Schools: Stakeholders' Perceptions

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CMCynthya Maya‐HernándezASAraceli Salazar‐CoronelACAntonio Amadeo Carmona‐Chávez

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Overview

Qualitative study highlights barriers and improvement areas in two food programs, suggesting reforms in school health policy.

Key Points

  • Higher water consumption and use of refillable bottles were noted, yet consumption of sugary drinks remained high.
  • Qualitative analysis revealed systemic barriers include student preferences for processed foods and inadequate maintenance of drinking fountains.
  • Stakeholders recommended updating food regulations, enhancing education campaigns, and improving policy enforcement.
  • Urgent action is needed to address barriers and strengthen stakeholder engagement for healthier school food environments.

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Maya‐Hernández et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af782c7567bf4f94ff0be2https://doi.org/10.1111/josh.70070
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