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Facing challenges
Nowadays, children are used to consuming junk food, such as chips and soft drinks, at school ("New initiative may see UAE schools go healthier", Gulf News, November 4). Often, they do not prefer eating healthy food, since they find such food to be more appealing. The initiative to introduce healthier options is great, especially for younger children, as schools play an important role in a child's well being and development. Additionally, the curriculum has become harder and children need to have a balanced diet in order to acquire good health and face future challenges.
From Ms Bushra
Sharjah
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Accepting change
My six-year-old daughter asks me for Dh3 every day, in order to buy pizza from the school canteen. She says she buys it just because her friends do. I am grateful to the authorities for the healthy food initiative. It would be difficult for parents to reject this idea, since children do not have many options in school cafeterias. It is the school's responsibility to emphasise on healthy eating, as children spend a considerable time in schools.
From Ms Neelam
Dubai
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