Why Are School Lunches So Processed? The Complex Truth Behind School Cafeterias
                                
                                
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                                With studies showing that children who eat highly processed diets can experience negative health and academic impacts, the quality of school cafeteria meals is a major concern. So, why are school lunches so processed, and what are the underlying logistical, financial, and policy-related reasons driving this nationwide trend?