Denver's Healthy Drinks in Children's Meals Ordinance
Denver, Colorado is proposing an ordinance to promote healthy drink choices for children by making water and milk the only visible options in children's meals, while still allowing parents to choose other drinks. The goal is to address the increasing rates of chronic illnesses in children like diabetes and obesity.
Key Points
- The ordinance aims to encourage healthier dietary choices for children
- Restaurants in Denver would need to make water and milk the default options for children's meals
- Financial support would be provided to help restaurants update their menus
Pros
- Promotes healthy drink choices for children
- Addresses the increasing rates of chronic illnesses in children
Cons
- May limit parents' freedom of choice in selecting drinks for their children