BALANCED
We're putting health back on the menu.

The Fiber Gap: A National Nutrition Crisis

A staggering 97% of Americans are fiber-deficient and 9 out of 10 children don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables. This nutrition crisis has led to rising rates of preventable diet-related diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. For the first time in generations, children may have shorter life expectancies than their parents.

Healthy Food Shouldn’t Be Out of Reach

At Balanced, we’re on a mission to transform the health of millions by making nutritious food accessible where it matters most—our schools. We believe that when healthier food is available, people make healthier choices. That’s why we focus on institutional menu change to improve the quality of meals served in K-12 schools, fueling our children's futures.

Through Community Advocacy, Institutional Support, and Nutrition Research & Policy, we’re working to close the fiber gap, prevent diet-related diseases, and ensure every child has access to nutritious, life-sustaining meals.

Together, we can ensure a healthier future for all. Help us make nutrition security a reality by supporting our efforts to reshape school menus and empower the next generation with the food they need to thrive.