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Oregon School Nutrition Standards (OSNS). Snack Standards ORS 336.423 January 2010. Snack Definition. Supplement to a meal Individually packaged or bulk Portions must be single serving Any item not a beverage or an entree Data from Nutrition Facts Label or nutrient analysis.
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Oregon School Nutrition Standards(OSNS) Snack Standards ORS 336.423 January 2010
Snack Definition • Supplement to a meal • Individually packaged or bulk • Portions must be single serving • Any item not a beverage or an entree • Data from Nutrition Facts Label or nutrient analysis
Standards for All Grades • 35% of total calories from fat • 10% of calories from saturated fat • .5 grams trans fat • 35% sugar by weight • except fruits and vegetables
Calorie Standards by Grade Level • Elementary 150 calories • Middle School 180 calories • High School 200 calories
Exemptions • Only specific products listed in the law • Must meet all other standards to qualify • Foods of Minimal Nutrition may not sold • Sodas - sweetened or unsweetened, jellies and gums, marshmallows and fondants, licorice, spun candy and candy coated popcorn • Additional information • USDA Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value • Foods of Minimal Nutrition exempt list • Exempt items must still meet OSNS
35% Total Fat Exemption • Legumes – peas, beans, lentils, garbanzos, peanuts, soybeans • Nuts and nut butters • Seeds • Eggs • Non-fried vegetables • Cheese (defined by Food Buying Guide) • Food Buying Guide for Child Nutrition Programs
10% Saturated Fat Exemption • Nuts, eggs, cheese • Does not include • Nut butter • Legumes (including peanut butter and peanuts) • Seeds • Non-fried vegetables
Mixed Products • Mixed products of listed items are exempt but must meet all other limits • Almonds plus walnuts exempt both 35% fat 10 % saturated fat limit • Exempt items mixed with non-exempt must meet all snack limits • Yogurt covered raisins and nuts - must meet all limits
Additional Presentations • General Information • Entrees & Beverages Standards • Boosters, Student Stores, Fund Raisers • Information for Vendors and Brokers • Technical Details for FS Staff • Instructions for Using Calculation Forms • Located at http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/page/?id=2895
Product Evaluation Aids • Forms for manual and electronic calculation • Divided by entrees, snacks, beverages • Located at: http://www.ode.state.or.us/search/page/?id=2895
Questions? • Link to FAQ’s • Click on the link below to email additional questions to ODE: • ode.osns@state.or.us