As GLP-1 medicines like Saxenda and Wegovy are increasingly prescribed to young people for weight control, experts emphasise the importance of early dietary guidance to prevent nutritional deficiencies amid appetite-lowering side effects. Some children and teenagers are now prescribed GLP-1…
Research indicates that both store-bought and homemade baby foods remain contaminated with toxic heavy metals, prompting parents to reconsider safety strategies in infant feeding. Parents who switched to homemade purées in hopes of avoiding contaminated commercial baby food may not…
From October 2026, Scotland’s new rules will restrict placement of high-fat, sugar, and salt foods at supermarket checkouts and promotional displays, aiming to improve public health by reducing impulse purchases of unhealthy foods. Chocolate bars, sweets and sugary drinks are…
The UK government is allocating nearly £10 million to support local schemes aimed at improving access to healthy and affordable food in deprived communities, highlighting a focus on tackling food insecurity and obesity through community-driven initiatives. The government is set…
India’s health authorities recommend exclusive breastfeeding for six months and home-cooked complementary foods thereafter, warning against unnecessary supplements amid a booming market and potential nutritional risks. India’s child nutrition guidance is clear: breast milk and ordinary home-cooked food should do…
A large nationwide study in China reveals that frequent consumption of sugary drinks and higher levels of central fat are associated with increased mental health symptoms among teenagers, especially girls, highlighting the need for targeted health strategies. Chinese adolescents who…
France is developing a controversial sugar tax targeting processed foods but aims to exempt traditional bakeries and artisanal products to preserve cultural heritage while tackling obesity and raising revenue. France is preparing a sugar tax aimed at tackling obesity, but…
India’s food regulator has escalated scrutiny on Nestlé India, citing substandard infant formula samples and misleading marketing claims, as part of a broader crackdown on the country’s food industry and recent changes to labelling regulations. India’s food regulator has escalated…
A new study by Mexico’s Profeco reveals that several popular breakfast cereals contain higher levels of fat, sodium, and protein than their packaging claims, raising concerns over misleading marketing and consumer health. Packed breakfast cereals are a convenience staple in…
A historical study leveraging UK Biobank data suggests that lower sugar intake in the first two years of life could be linked to reduced anxiety in later years, highlighting the importance of early nutrition on long-term brain health. Exposure to…
September’s National Family Meals Month underscores how shared meals boost physical, emotional, and social wellbeing for children and teenagers , with new insights into practical ways families can build this beneficial habit. September’s National Family Meals Month is a reminder…
An audit of toddler foods in Austin reveals most products are highly processed and often fall short of WHO nutritional guidelines, raising concerns over early childhood diet quality. A new audit of packaged toddler foods in Austin, Texas, suggests that…
