CANS: A cost effective alternative to type A
1979
Gilroy, Susan K.
To institute better cost control, the San Diego Unified School District has established the Computer Assisted Nutrient Standards (CANS) program in its elementary schools. Implementation of this program has necessitated time consuming creation of data files on food supply and food preparation. The CANS system can be used to develop menus which minimize cost and which maximize the elementary school child's enjoyment while satisfying one-third of his Recommended Dietary Allowances. This system also makes it possible to accurately adjust quantitities of ingredients according to number of people served. The cost of ingredients, moreover can be readily and precisely determined allowing managers to plan for future needs. Tests have shown that CANS school lunch programs are nutritionally better, more cost-effective, and more popular with students than those of type A schools. The CANS program provides more exact information on nutrient intake, recipes and cost.
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