Research from Türkiye reveals that fathers’ attitudes and participation significantly influence mothers’ breastfeeding practices, suggesting a need for more inclusive family support strategies to meet global health targets. A new study from Türkiye suggests that breastfeeding is shaped less by…
A comprehensive Japanese cohort study reveals how immune-signalling proteins and placental DNA methylation patterns can predict the persistence or remission of food allergies in children, offering new insights into early diagnosis and personalised treatment. A Japanese birth-cohort study has taken…
A 25-year study of nearly 26,000 youth reveals that frequent intake of soda, sports drinks, and fruit juice in childhood significantly increases the risk of developing high blood pressure as adults, highlighting long-term health implications of early dietary habits. A…
Schools across Mumbai are revamping their menus following stricter enforcement of Maharashtra’s food safety rules, replacing junk food with healthier options and banning aerated drinks amid a citywide health initiative. School canteens across Mumbai are overhauling their menus after Maharashtra’s…
An investigation reveals over a third of companies at Britain’s largest school food event sold high-fat, sugar and salt products, highlighting a disconnect between official policies and commercial practices amid upcoming stricter regulations. An investigation by The BMJ has found…
Lecturers from Universitas Siliwangi are empowering families in Cihonje to turn yards into sustainable food sources, using integrated farming methods to improve nutrition and reduce stunting, in a pioneering community-led initiative supported by the Indonesian government. Lecturers from Universitas Siliwangi…
National Breastfeeding Month highlights the crucial role of practical support, culturally responsive guidance, and workplace policies in making breastfeeding more successful and accessible for families worldwide. Every August, National Breastfeeding Month invites a wider look at an issue often treated…
A new trial in Uganda finds that 20 mg daily zinc supplementation can significantly decrease infection rates among young children with sickle cell anaemia, offering a promising, low-cost intervention to improve outcomes. A new randomised trial in Uganda suggests that…
Lunchbox stickers can support allergy awareness but are insufficient on their own. Experts emphasise the importance of clear, durable labels combined with proper planning, education, and ongoing communication to protect children with food allergies in childcare and school environments. A…
Chartwells, Tesco, and the British Nutrition Foundation launch a campaign to make fruit and vegetables more appealing to children through creative, child-led dishes, with the aim of boosting healthy eating habits across UK schools. Chartwells Schools has teamed up with…
Children in Generation Alpha are influencing family shopping habits with preferences for healthier snacks, transparent ingredients, and purpose-driven products, signposting a shift in future consumer markets. Children in Generation Alpha may not be paying at the till yet, but they…
A historical natural experiment reveals that British individuals exposed to wartime sugar rationing in childhood tend to face reduced cancer risks and exhibit signs of healthier ageing, highlighting long-term effects of early nutrition. A new study of people born in…
