New research reveals that children’s snacking patterns have evolved dramatically, now dominated by ultra-processed foods, prompting calls for updated parental guidance and public health strategies. For decades, parents were told to treat snacking as a minor habit to be kept…
In Mozambique, recurrent climate-related disasters and poverty are compounding maternal malnutrition, with devastating long-term effects on child health and the country’s food security. In Mozambique, hunger often begins long before birth. According to the World Food Programme, the country remains…
Research from the University of Texas at Austin uncovers that over 80% of packaged foods aimed at toddlers are highly processed and often do not adhere to World Health Organization nutrient guidelines, raising concerns for parental awareness and food marketing.…
A large US trial demonstrates that integrating family-based behavioural support into standard obesity care leads to greater weight loss and improved quality of life in children, highlighting the potential for routine implementation amid access barriers. A large US trial has…
A Latin American study highlights the importance of tracking postnatal weight patterns and head growth in babies born at 32 weeks or earlier, suggesting that dynamic growth monitoring can enhance early detection of developmental risks in neonatal care. For babies…
A new trial in India reveals that a naturally iron and zinc-enriched pearl millet could improve young children’s nutrition without the gut side-effects associated with traditional supplements, offering a sustainable approach to combat iron deficiency. A trial in India has…
A recent assessment by epidemiologist Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz questions the reliability of studies linking artificial sweeteners to cognitive decline, emphasising the need for cautious interpretation amid broader evidence that sugar remains the more significant health risk. Popular alarm over sweeteners and…
Experts warn that even 100% fruit juice, if consumed daily, can contribute to weight gain and reduce dietary fibre, emphasising the importance of eating whole fruit instead. Nutritionists continue to caution against treating 100% fruit juice as a straight substitute…
Despite improvements in early initiation of breastfeeding, India struggles to sustain exclusive breastfeeding practices in the first six months, with declining support post-discharge and increasing caesarean sections posing new challenges for maternal and child health. India has made progress on…
The World Health Organisation warns that despite evidence of the life-saving benefits of breastfeeding, global infant nutrition remains inadequate, risking millions of child deaths and long-term developmental issues. Urgent policy and community support are needed to close the nutrition gap.…
Despite increased awareness, Bauchi State continues to lag in critical infant feeding practices, with UNICEF calling for strengthened support systems and behavioural change ahead of global breastfeeding targets. UNICEF has warned that Bauchi State remains far behind on two of…
Maharashtra’s new regulations extend beyond canteens to the entire school campus, banning high-fat, salt, and sugar foods and promoting healthier eating habits amid stricter enforcement and awareness campaigns. Maharashtra has moved to tighten control over school food environments, with the…
