#child-nutrition

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fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

How Bad Is It That My Kid Doesn't Take Vitamins? What A Dietitian Says

Most healthy children do not need vitamin supplements if they consume a balanced diet.
fromTODAY.com
3 weeks ago

Mom Says Her Child Isn't 'Allowed' To Be a Picky Eater. Here's Why

When he expresses dislike to something in his mouth, our first question is never, 'Do you not like it?' I feel like that subconsciously makes him think he doesn't like it.
Parenting
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Modern Morals: My daughter feeds her kids so much junk food and crap - how can I talk to her about it?

Concerns exist about children consuming ultra-processed foods and the risk of future obesity and health issues.
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

Hunger Hero campaign aims to feed NYC kids facing hunger as school year ends | amNewYork

Families at P.S. 177 in Brooklyn received free meal boxes during school pickup to combat summer food insecurity.
fromBKReader
1 month ago

New York to Deliver Summer Food Aid to Support Over 2 Million Children

"As New York's first Mom Governor, I'm committed to doing everything in my power to help kids and families across the state."
Brooklyn
Everyday cooking
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I found a way to put an end to my kids' constant summer snacking. I even get to save tons of money.

Serving four meals a day helps keep kids satisfied and maintains a family budget.
Frequent snacking can be expensive and lead to dissatisfaction with food options.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK ban on junk food adverts targeting children is delayed until next year

Ministers are postponing the ban on junk food ads targeting children until 2026, provoking backlash from health advocates.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Imagine a future where no child dies of undernutrition

Good nutrition is essential for children's development and resilience.
Undernutrition is linked to high child mortality and developmental setbacks.
Challenges like poverty and climate change threaten child nutrition solutions.
The Child Nutrition Fund is a strategic initiative to combat child undernutrition.
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Dozens of Palestinians starved to death under Israel's blockade of Gaza

Gaza faces severe humanitarian crisis; children starve as Israel's blockade restricts food, water, and aid.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump admin agrees to end Maine funding freeze over trans athlete fight

It's unfortunate that my office had to resort to federal court just to get USDA to comply with the law and its own regulations, but we are pleased that the lawsuit has now been resolved and that Maine will continue to receive funds as directed by Congress to feed children and vulnerable adults.
NYC parents
fromTODAY.com
3 months ago

How much protein do kids actually need? The answer may surprise you

Most children receive adequate protein intake; concerns about protein are often unwarranted.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
3 months ago

IDFA Announces 'Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment' to Eliminate Use of Certified Artificial Colors in Dairy Foods for Schools, Surpassing State and Federal Standards

Dairy companies are committed to eliminating certified artificial colors from products sold in schools by July 2026, enhancing children's nutrition and health.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accepted campaign donations from individuals linked to $250M COVID fraud scheme

"I'm not here because I think it's going to help my re-election," Ellison stated during a meeting with individuals linked to the Feeding Our Future scandal.
NYC politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

How Baby-Led Weaning Almost Ruined My Life

By following this method, you can supposedly reduce the risk that your child will grow up to be a fussy eater or an obese adult.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Ultra-processed babies: are toddler snacks one of the great food scandals of our time?

Melanie Smith, nursery manager, notes an alarming trend of children refusing healthy meals, with a significant rise in picky eaters exhibiting neophobia towards new foods.
SF food
fromScary Mommy
5 months ago

Snacks Your Kid's Teacher Hates To See Coming

Teachers struggle with opening certain snacks, like fruit cups and yogurt tubes, during lunch, highlighting a need for parent awareness.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

How soda is changing the world

Richmond Aryeetey highlights that soda, once a rare treat in Ghana, has become an everyday staple for children, influenced by pervasive advertising.
US news
fromModern Farmer
7 months ago

Here's Why School Lunches Matter - Modern Farmer

School lunches are vital for student health, education, and community nutrition awareness.
fromwww.thisislocallondon.co.uk
8 months ago

Sugar coated- how much sugar is hiding in some of our favourite snacks?

Children aged 4 to 10 should limit sugar to 5-6 cubes daily, yet average consumption is 13 cubes, over double the recommended amount.
Food & drink
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