Cafeteria Food Fight

The First Lady's Let's Move initiative has prompted the USDA to serve up more veggies and healthier food options in school lunches. But food industry groups have balked at the new health requirements, touting the health benefits of salt and cautioning against eliminating trans fats.

Aug 21, 2012

The First Lady's Let's Move initiative has prompted the USDA to serve up more veggies and healthier food options in school lunches. But food industry groups have balked at the new health requirements, touting the health benefits of salt and cautioning against eliminating trans fats.

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