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Meal Pattern Minute: Offering Water
Does water have to be offered to children in the CACFP, or just made available?
Read MoreCrediting Traditional Indigenous Foods in the CACFP
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has included traditional foods in the FBG. Not only does this list make program participation easier for indigenous groups, but it is also a great resource for any programs that serve indigenous groups.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Mixing Cereals
Can you mix a high-sugar cereal with a low-sugar cereal, and have the average meet the CACFP sugar limits?
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Age for Choking Risk
At what age are children at a higher risk for choking?
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Granola Bars
Are granola bars creditable in the CACFP?
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Sugar Limits in Breakfast Cereal
What are the sugar limits for breakfast cereals in the CACFP?
Read MorePreventing Peanut AllergiesÂ
Did you know that peanuts are one of the nine major food allergens listed by the US Food and Drug Administration. The good news is most babies are not at risk of developing a peanut allergy. Those that are at high-risk of developing an allergy can reduce the risk by up to 86 percent by being introduced to peanut containing-foods early.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Honey Graham Crackers
It is recommended to not serve honey to infants under 1 year old – does that also apply to honey graham crackers?
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Pumpkin Pie
Can pumpkin pie fit into the meal pattern? You might be surprised to learn the answer!
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Chestnuts
How do chestnuts fit into the CACFP meal pattern?
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