Cambodia plans to take full financial responsibility for its school feeding programme by 2028, aiming to improve child nutrition, promote healthier eating habits, and support local farmers, with initial efforts already reaching over 1,000 primary schools. Cambodia plans to make…
Nigeria is fast-tracking a new National Food and Nutrition Bill to strengthen accountability and sustain nutrition programmes nationwide, amid pressing concerns over child malnutrition and economic losses. Vice President Kashim Shettima highlights the legal push as vital for long-term impact…
Medellín’s city government announces the lowest levels of childhood malnutrition on record, driven by the comprehensive Buen Comienzo programme and enhanced social and medical support for young children and pregnant women. Medellín’s city government says childhood malnutrition has fallen to…
Experts emphasise that establishing healthy eating patterns in children under two, focusing on nutrient-dense foods over added sugars, can foster better long-term health and a relaxed relationship with food, avoiding daily conflicts over treats. A toddler staring at a biscuit…
The WHO’s inaugural global guidance on childhood obesity emphasises diet, physical activity, and family involvement, signalling a shift away from reliance on medication and surgical interventions. The World Health Organisation has issued its first global guidance on childhood obesity, urging…
Maputo province launches a $40 million programme to provide 170,000 pupils with regular meals over six years, integrating nutrition, health, and education support with local and US funding. Maputo province has launched a new school feeding drive aimed at giving…
New research linking early-life sugar restrictions during Britain’s postwar era to reduced risks of age-related diseases and better health in later life suggests that diet during the first 1,000 days may have lasting impacts, offering fresh insights into childhood nutrition…
A UK study suggests that limited sugar exposure during the first 1,000 days may lower the likelihood of developing anxiety later in life, highlighting the long-lasting impact of early nutrition on brain health. A new UK study suggests that sugar…
New research highlights the importance of structured and early introduction of common allergens to infants, potentially reducing the risk of developing food allergies later in life. Introducing common allergens to babies is less about bravado than about routine, timing and…
Recent testing by Consumer Reports indicates a significant decline in heavy metal levels in baby foods, though concerns over phthalates, microplastics, and natural contaminants persist, prompting calls for stricter safety standards and transparency. Recent recalls of baby food and infant…
The World Health Organization has released updated guidelines aimed at addressing childhood obesity through comprehensive management strategies, recognising the increasing health risks among young populations.
A recent international study indicates that clinical obesity affects a smaller proportion of children and adolescents than BMI-based estimates suggest, prompting calls for revised diagnostic approaches to improve early intervention and treatment strategies. A new international analysis suggests that far…
