Districtwide, obesity rates have dropped by 17 percent since 2010. School gardens are just part of the effort by the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) to help kids make healthier choices. They are also serving healthier food in the cafeteria, getting rid of sugary drinks on campus and they’re encouraging families to make healthier choices at home.

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