Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 748 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR GENERAL RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS
Subchapter J - CHILD CARE
Division 7 - NUTRITION AND HYDRATION
Section 748.1693 - What type of food and water must I provide children?
Universal Citation: 26 TX Admin Code ยง 748.1693
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
(a) You must provide a child with food that is:
(1) Of adequate variety, quality, and in
sufficient quantity to supply the nutrients needed for proper growth and
development according to the United States Department of Agriculture
guidelines; and
(2) Appropriate for
the child's age and activity level.
(b) You must not serve a child nutrient concentrates and supplements, such as protein powders, liquid protein, vitamins, minerals, and other nonfood substances, in lieu of food to meet the child's daily nutritional needs, except with written instructions from a licensed health-care professional.
(c) You must ensure drinking water is always available to each child and is served in a safe and sanitary manner. Children must be well hydrated and must be encouraged to drink water during physical activity and in warm weather.
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