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#1162 - The $4.50 Lunch Box: Why Healthy is Actually Cheaper
New research reveals that the "convenient" pre-packaged school lunches are actually the most expensive option - and the least healthy. Discover the simple menu system that saves money, improves nutrition, and gets kids excited about their school lunches.
Key Points:
90% of Australian kids take packed lunches to school
Average lunch box costs $4.50
Pre-packaged foods cost more than fresh options
40% of kids' lunches are filled with pricier, less healthy options
Menu system eliminates daily decision fatigue
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