A school wants sports-drink vending machines. What is your response?
Oppose routine sports-drink vending and support plain water and nutritious alternatives.
- Sugar increases caries risk; acidity contributes to erosion.
- These drinks offer no routine hydration advantage for most students.
- Include school stores and à la carte lines in healthy-choice planning.
- Sugar-free labeling does not remove acidity, stimulant, or long-term sweetener concerns.