Table 2 Strategies used by camps with residential summer camp programs to address unhealthy eating behaviors of children¹( n = 247)

Increased fruits and vegetables

73.3

181

Increased healthy drink options (milk, water)

55.1

136

Re-designed daily menus to incorporate healthier foods

55.1

136

Reduced sweets/sugary foods

45.7

113

Reduced fried foods

43.3

107

Provided more healthy food options in canteen

36.4

90

Reduced candy, soda, and other “junk food” in canteen

33.2

82

Prohibited care packages containing food

27.1

67

Offer low/no fat alternatives where possible

16.6

41

Served smaller meal portions

6.9

17

Encouraged small-portion meals and/or healthy snacks

3.6

9

Other

13.0

32

No new strategies have been used

13.8

34