Despite the expansion of Ireland’s Hot School Meals Programme, many parents and teachers express concern over nutritional quality, insufficient time for children to eat, and the programme’s uneven implementation, raising questions about how to improve lunchtime experiences for students. For…
North Carolina has introduced new legislation to prevent lunch shaming, ensuring all students have access to the same meal options regardless of unpaid balances and expanding support for free meal programmes across the state. North Carolina has tightened rules around…
A paediatrician in Lagos highlights the dangers of high free sugar intake among children, linking it to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and dental problems, and calls for improved dietary habits in families and schools. A Lagos paediatrician has warned that…
Eating well during breastfeeding is less about strict counting and more about consistent, varied meals that support milk production and parental energy, with flexibility being key to sustained nourishment. Eating enough while breastfeeding is less about strict counting and more…
MSF reports a sharp increase in acute malnutrition cases among children across seven northern Nigerian states, reflecting deepening instability, food shortages, and reduced aid support in 2025. Médecins Sans Frontières has said the number of children it treated for acute…
New findings from Catholic Relief Services reveal significant improvements in child nutrition, exclusive breastfeeding, and dietary diversity in Madagascar over the past decade, driven by local outreach and community engagement. Families in Madagascar are beginning to see gains in the…
Schools in Abu Dhabi are enforcing new regulations to promote nutritious lunches, aiming to curb childhood obesity and enhance cognitive and physical development through healthier dietary choices. Schools in Abu Dhabi are urging parents to pay closer attention to what…
General Mills has announced the removal of artificial colours from all its US cereals, transitioning to natural plant-based dyes and spices amid growing health concerns and retail pressure, marking a significant shift in mainstream food reformulation. General Mills said on…
Paediatric safety guidance now emphasises careful preparation of common lunchbox foods, like grapes and hot dogs, to reduce choking risks and promote healthier eating habits among children. Parents packing school lunches often reach for foods that look healthy, simple and…
Research in the Netherlands shows that what mothers eat not only affects the fat levels in breast milk but also the types of essential fatty acids that support infant growth, highlighting the impact of maternal nutrition on early development. A…
A new survey by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare reveals that teenagers and young adults in Finland continue to eat poorly, with significant gaps in vegetable, fruit, and fish consumption, raising concerns over health and environmental sustainability. Finnish…
As families reconnect with routines amid the back-to-school rush, expert advice highlights simple, balanced meal strategies to support children’s academic success and overall wellbeing. Back-to-school season often starts with alarms, packed bags and school runs, but nutrition can be just…
