School Beverage Guidelines Final Progress Report

Key Facts and Date on the Beverage Industry's Successful Implementation of the National School Beverage Guidelines

• Calories from all beverages shipped to all schools nationwide have been slashed by 88 percent (2004 to 2009).
• Since 2004, shipments of full-calorie soft drinks to schools have declined by 95 percent.
• The School Beverage Guidelines provide for a range of lower-calorie, nutritious and smaller-portion beverage options.
• The beverage industry testified before Congress that it supports making the School Beverage Guidelines part of federal law.
• This is truly a first-of-its kind effort aimed at strengthening schools by any industry.

The Bottom Lines: We delivered on our commitment to parents and schools.

For complete details on the guidelines visit www.ameribev.org.

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