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August 23, 2025Journal of School Health

Compliance, Barriers, and Improvement Areas of Two Food Programs in Mexican Middle Schools: Stakeholders' Perceptions

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CMCynthya Maya‐HernándezASAraceli Salazar‐CoronelACAntonio Amadeo Carmona‐Chávez

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Overview

Qualitative analysis reveals barriers and suggests improvements for school food initiatives in Mexico, highlighting the need for policy enforcement.

Key Points

  • Higher water consumption was observed in neighborhoods with improved drinking fountain access, contributing to better hydration.
  • Participants reported barriers like preference for ultra-processed foods, limited parental engagement, and inadequate fountain maintenance.
  • Qualitative analysis involved interviews with 13 stakeholders, including school principals and government representatives, exploring their perceptions around food programs.
  • Urgent action is needed to address systemic barriers and strengthen policy enforcement for healthier school environments.

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Maya‐Hernández et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af5bb6ad7bf08b1eadf582https://doi.org/10.1111/josh.70070
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