In the news: 100% juice recommended for kids

WLNS.com: An article shares ways to make a child’s first day of school easier, including healthy eating throughout the day. The article suggests parents ensure school vending machines carry healthy choices, such as fresh fruit, low-fat dairy products, water and 100 percent fruit juice. The article also recommends staying away from soft drinks, stating, “Each 12-ounce soft drink contains approximately 10 teaspoons of sugar and 150 calories. Drinking just one can of soda a day increases a child’s risk of obesity by 60%.”