OAR 414-300-0270
Nutrition
(1)
An operator shall provide or ensure the availability of adequate and nutritious meals and snacks appropriate for the ages and needs of the children served. USDA guidelines will be used to determine if meals and snacks are adequate and nutritious. Foods of minimal nutritional value (e.g., Jell-O, popcorn, desserts, potato chips) shall only be served occasionally and not replace nutritious foods.(2)
Each lunch and dinner served shall equal at least 1⁄3 of a child’s daily nutritional needs. Every meal shall meet USDA guidelines and shall include at least one serving from each of the following groups: fluid milk; breads and grains; meat, fish, poultry or meat alternatives (e.g., dried beans, peanut butter, yogurt or cheese). Each meal shall include two servings of fruits and vegetables. No liquids other than milk and 100% fruit juice shall be counted as part of the daily nutrition.(3)
Each breakfast served shall meet USDA guidelines and shall include at least one serving each of milk, fruit or vegetable, and bread or grain.(4)
Snacks (mid-morning or mid-afternoon) shall meet USDA guidelines and shall consist of food or beverage from at least two of the following food groups: fluid milk; breads and grains; meat, fish, poultry or meat alternatives (e.g., dried beans, peanut butter, yogurt or cheese); fruits and vegetables. No liquids other than milk and 100% fruit juice shall be counted as part of the daily nutrition. A snack shall not consist of only two beverages.(5)
No liquids other than milk, formula, water, and 100 percent fruit juices shall be served to the children in care.(6)
Water shall be freely available to children.(7)
Nutrient concentrates and supplements (protein powders, liquid proteins, vitamins, minerals, and other nonfood substances) shall not be served to a child without a written statement of parental consent and written instructions from a medical practitioner. Special diets, not including vegetarian diets, shall not be served to a child without written instructions from a registered dietician or medical practitioner and written parental consent.
Source:
Rule 414-300-0270 — Nutrition, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=414-300-0270
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