Reason for banning chips in schools
The founder of the Clinical Dietitians Association, Amal Haddad, clarified that the decision by the Ministry of Health to ban the sale of potato chips in school canteens aims to reduce obesity among children. This is an important step, considering the high consumption of these snacks, which contain a high number of calories, fats, and refined carbohydrates, and lack nutritional value. She emphasized that excessive consumption of chips and processed foods increases the risks of obesity and chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease—especially when these are replaced with healthy foods like fruits and vegetables. She also pointed out that the obesity rate among teenagers aged 13 to 17 has risen to approximately 33% or more. She called for expanding measures to include more unhealthy foods and to promote nutritional awareness in schools and families.
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