Turkey plans to ban fried foods in school canteens from 2026-27, mirroring UK’s new restrictions, as health experts highlight the risks of saturated fats, high salt, and carcinogens, advocating moderation over prohibition. Turkey’s move to clear fried foods from school…
A long-term Finnish study reveals that higher body mass index in adolescence may speed up biological ageing later in life, highlighting the impact of teenage weight on long-term health risks. A Finnish long-term study suggests that a higher body mass…
New Scottish regulations set to limit the promotion and placement of high-fat, sugar, or salt foods in larger stores, aiming to promote healthier consumer choices and reduce diet-related health issues from October 2026. Scotland’s new rules on the promotion and…
A study published in Nature Metabolism reveals that the maturation patterns of gut bacteria in infancy could serve as early indicators of type 1 diabetes risk, especially when combined with genetic data, opening new avenues for early prediction and prevention.…
Parents seeking toddler probiotic powders with vitamin D now face a growing array of options that emphasise strain clarity, straightforward dosing, and versatile mixing methods, reflecting a trend towards more transparent and parent-friendly supplements. Parents looking for a toddler probiotic…
A new study underscores the importance of early and repeated lactation consultant visits in neonatal intensive care units, revealing they nearly ninefold boost the chances of babies leaving hospital on their mother’s milk and highlighting persistent health equity disparities. A…
Colorado is set to distribute nearly $24 million in grants aimed at revitalising the Healthy School Meals for All programme, promoting healthier, culturally diverse, and locally sourced meals for students across the state, with increased parental involvement and improved school…
The Irish government is set to review and potentially overhaul its free hot school meals scheme following reports of poor food quality, limited choice, and waste, aiming to introduce more flexibility and healthier options for students. The Cabinet is due…
Elizabeth Street Primary School in Moe introduces a free universal lunch scheme through the Spoonfull pilot by Eat Up, aiming to address growing food insecurity and improve student wellbeing. At Elizabeth Street Primary School in Moe, in Victoria’s east, lunch…
While antenatal care and institutional deliveries in India have improved, a concerning decline in exclusive breastfeeding highlights a disconnect between pregnancy support and post-delivery infant care, with implications for child health and maternal wellbeing. India has made clear gains in…
Tesco has increased its restriction on additives in its own-brand foods, responding to consumers’ growing desire for simpler, less processed ingredients and a shift towards healthier options amid wider industry changes. Tesco has tightened its rules on additives across its…
Aldi is updating its Mamia baby food range with improved packaging, recipes, and new finger food options, aligning with government guidelines to make healthier choices easier for parents during weaning. Aldi is overhauling its Mamia baby food range this month,…
