While protein has become a dietary shorthand for health, nutrition specialists caution against excessive supplementation in children, emphasising balance and the risks of displacement of other vital nutrients. Most children meet their needs through ordinary meals, with concerns focusing more…
Despite clear guidelines from WHO and UNICEF, misconceptions about breastfeeding, such as the idea that milk supply depends on breast size or that pain is normal, continue to endanger mothers and babies. Experts emphasise the importance of support and accurate…
Processed and ready-made foods have become a staple in many children’s diets, driven by convenience and aggressive marketing, with health experts warning of the significant risks associated with high consumption of ultra-processed foods. Processed and ready-made foods have become a…
A study in Mumbai suggests that iron- and zinc-enriched pearl millet can effectively combat childhood iron deficiency without disrupting gut microbiomes, offering a sustainable dietary intervention for vulnerable populations. A biofortified variety of pearl millet may offer a way to…
Health experts in South Africa urge doctors and nurses to resist corporate influence and promote unbiased infant-feeding advice amid ongoing formula marketing pressures, highlighting the vital role of breastfeeding in child health. At an online discussion held on August 5,…
Virginia Tech researchers are investigating how the timing of breastfeeding impacts milk’s composition and its potential effects on infant growth, with preliminary evidence indicating circadian rhythms in milk bioactive molecules that could shape future infant nutrition practices. Virginia Tech researchers…
The UN warns that Afghanistan’s child malnutrition has reached its worst level on record, with aid shortages and regional conflicts intensifying the crisis amid UN appeals for urgent funding. The United Nations World Food Programme has warned that Afghanistan’s child…
Health professionals caution that the growing social media trend comparing raw cow’s milk to human breast milk is misleading and potentially dangerous, especially for infants, due to differences in nutritional content and contamination risks. Health experts are warning against a…
Experts emphasise the importance of supporting gut health in infants during the first 1,000 days through biotics like prebiotics, probiotics, and synbiotics, with new research exploring innovative nutritional solutions tailored for children born by caesarean section. Health in a child’s…
The University of California’s Nutrition Policy Institute launches a year-long study involving 500 toddlers to compare the effects of whole milk and 1% milk on early childhood development, aiming to inform evolving dietary recommendations. The University of California’s Nutrition Policy…
Health experts emphasise that most teenagers do not need protein supplements, advocating balanced diets over supplements to support growth and development, with caution against the risks of unnecessary consumption and marketing tactics. Protein shakes have become a familiar part of…
New research reveals that while diagnosed type 2 diabetes remains relatively uncommon among U.S. children, its increasing prevalence , particularly among teenagers and Black youth , underscores the importance of focused prevention efforts amid ongoing epidemiological trends. A new analysis…
