Interpretation of Guidelines of School Nutritional Lunch in Shanghai

The Guidelines of School Nutritional Lunch in Shanghai include lunch nutrition standards, health education, management, food safety, and appendices. The purpose of the guidelines is to ensure the primary and secondary school students are provided with well-balanced lunch meals at school and essential nutrients for natural physical development. The objectives of school meals: (1) To provide balanced and comprehensive nutrients without compromising on food safety; (2) To increase the proportion of vegetables and reduce the total fat and salt in meals. The guidelines provide school lunch recipes and a main food exchange list to help food suppliers preparing rational catering. According to the guidelines, schools are encouraged to conduct various forms of nutritional lunch and food safety education activities.