Sugary drink consumption is a major contributor to the obesity epidemic. Serving healthy beverages is essential for a child's nutritious diet.

Child care settings can play an important role in helping children develop healthy nutrition habits.

Learn what you need to know about new state and federal standards for beverages served in child care settings.

Cheers!

Recent legislation promotes healthy beverages in child care!

AB 2084, the Healthy Beverages in Child Care Act, took effect January 1, 2012 and applies to all licensed child care homes and centers in California. The new healthy beverages standards require:

Clean and safe drinking water must be readily available throughout the day, including at all meal, snack, and play times.
Only fat-free or low-fat (1%) unsweetened, plain milk for children two years of age or older.
No more than one serving per day of 100 percent juice.
Beverages with added sweeteners, either natural or artificial, are prohibited (not including infant formula or complete balanced nutritional products designed for children)

To read AB 2084, click here. To share best practices, success stories, research and questions related to Healthy Beverages in Child Care, please contact justin@cfpa.net or ellen@cfpa.net.