Why were Lunchables removed from school lunches?
                                
                                
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                                In late 2024, Kraft Heinz removed its specially formulated Lunchables from the National School Lunch Program after low demand and widespread health criticism. The decision came after a damning report from Consumer Reports revealed high levels of sodium and heavy metals in the products. While the company cited low sales, the controversy over child nutrition in schools remains central to the issue.