09/08/2026
School Nutrition Bites: A nibble of nutrition knowledge from the food service team
A small bite of knowledge can lead to a lifetime of healthy choices!! In this month's edition of School Nutrition Bites we are sharing information on tomatoes and why they are an important part of supporting healthy, growing students. Let's help our students grow and thrive one bite at a time!
TOMATOES
Tomatoes come in many varieties, including cherry, grape, beefsteak, plum, slicing, and pear. Tomatoes are most commonly seen in shades of red, but orange, yellow, green, pink, and purple varieties exist too!
Health benefits: Tomatoes provide key nutrients to our bodies. Potassium that helps maintain a healthy blood pressure and Vitamin C that helps heal wounds and is important for our immune systems!
Tomatoes are technically fruits since they contain the plant's seeds. However, in 1893 the United States Supreme Court ruled the tomato is a vegetable.
Add tomatoes to your favorite family meals!