Researchers in China and the US find that a straightforward waist-to-height ratio of 0.48 can reliably identify children at risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, offering a cost-effective alternative to complex screening methods and promising broader access in re…
A landmark study finds that a single dose of dextrose gel given to at-risk newborns does not significantly reduce later neurocognitive problems, raising questions about its routine use for hypoglycaemia prevention. A single preventative dose of dextrose gel given to…
New research reveals that international nutritional guidelines lack practical guidance on plant-based and affordable foods, with England’s upcoming school meal reforms highlighting a shift towards more sustainable, nutritious options for educational settings. New global research suggests national dietary guidelines are…
Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s growth patterns carefully, as short stature may result from various medical and genetic factors rather than nutrition alone. Medical experts highlight the significance of early assessment to address growth concerns effectively. Short stature…
New research indicates that poor sleep in late pregnancy can influence a child’s weight trajectory, highlighting the importance of including sleep assessments in prenatal care to improve long-term health outcomes. A new study suggests that poor sleep in the final…
Research analysing UK data suggests that limiting sugar exposure in the first 1,000 days of life may significantly lower risks of chronic diseases, including cancer, and slow biological ageing into adulthood. A childhood diet low in sugar may shape health…
Sainsbury’s commits more than £1.5 million to initiatives supporting healthier eating among children and families, funding charity projects, kitchen upgrades, and school breakfast schemes as the new academic year begins. Sainsbury’s is putting more than £1.5 million into projects aimed…
Genetics expert Professor Tim Spector has challenged the perceived innocence of popular UK snack bars, highlighting their ingredients and potential health impacts, and advocating for simpler, whole food alternatives. Professor Tim Spector has used a recent social media video to…
Parents and caregivers are encouraged to scrutinise nutrition labels, differentiating naturally occurring sugars from added sugars to better manage dietary health and reduce consumption of processed foods, especially sugary drinks and snacks. For parents and caregivers trying to make sense…
California advances its efforts to improve children’s health by enacting a phased ban on ultra-processed foods in public schools, with compliance expected by 2032, marking a significant shift in educational nutrition standards. California has already moved beyond proposal to law…
A new study reveals that nearly 17% of children aged 10 to 17 prescribed GLP-1 medicines for obesity, prediabetes or type 2 diabetes develop nutritional deficiencies within a year, highlighting a critical need for early nutritional support. Children prescribed GLP-1…
Federal reductions in SNAP and Medicaid are jeopardising free school meals for millions of children, prompting fears of increased hunger and disparities in low-income communities as school districts struggle to sustain vital nutrition programmes. Back-to-school season usually brings relief for…
