Vending Machine Revamp

One of the most pervasive fixtures of the school hallway is creating a hostile environment and making it hard for students to lead normal lives. No, we’re not talking about the school bully, but a different source of unhappiness—the junk food vending machine. With 32 percent of American children estimated as overweight and 16 percent considered obese, it’s no secret that salty, sugary, and fat-filled snacks are doing nothing to remedy the situation. US Senators Tom Larkin and Lisa Murkowski are taking on this issue by introducing a bill that will establish nutrition standards for food and beverages sold in school vending machines. Here’s to helping kids make healthier choices!