BEYOND THE HEDGES: College kitchens receive report card from doctors

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Duke University (Durham, N.C.) received the top score. At each dinner, Duke students have the option of low-fat, cholesterol-free entrees such as spicy lentils and vegetables or African vegetable stew or spicy couscous with vegetables.

Other schools that received top marks include the University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia), University of Notre Dame (South Bend, Ind.), Columbia University (New York City) and Brown University (Providence, R. I.).

Ranking last in PCRM's survey, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point has the fewest options for low-fat and cholesterol-free foods.

Typical rations for cadets include artery-clogging entrees such as chicken-fried steak, ham steak or hot dogs.

However, the cafeteria will be renovated next year, including plans for an all-you-can-eat salad bar and an occasional, low-fat, vegetarian option.

Other schools whose dining services are on "probation" include: U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis, Md.), U.S. Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs, Colo.) and Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore). Schools were ranked on the availability of low-fat, cholesterol-free and vegetarian foods.

Source: Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

This item appeared in the News section of the November 1, 1996 issue.

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