How Long Do Kids Need to Eat Lunch?
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), less than 50% of U.S. school districts provide the recommended minimum of 20 minutes of seated eating time for students. So, how long do kids need to eat lunch, and what are the consequences of rushed mealtimes?