Child Weight

Young children need fat because it is an important source of energy and so full-fat dairy products are fine. As they grow and eat larger volumes of food, moving onto lower-fat dairy products would be better unless a child is involved in…
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When we talk about obesity, the common advice is often to just eat less and exercise more. That's a simplistic recommendation, which makes it seem like a person’s willpower is the only thing that determines their approach to food and,…
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It seems counterproductive to urge your kids to eat healthy if your home is filled with unhealthy, toxic foods. If you’re going to stock packets of chips and sugary drinks at home they will always choose those over the healthier, more…
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Fat is an essential part of the diet of growing children. It provides energy, helps keep the body warm, and is an essential part of many cells in the body, allowing them to function. Also, some vitamins like A, D, E and K can only be…
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Soft drinks are a major problem in causing childhood obesity because of their high calories, their ready availability, and the ease with which kids can drink large quantities quickly. To deal with soft drinks, help them make their favourite…
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When it comes to treats and sugary foods, teach children that while these foods taste great, they are best eaten less frequently than everyday foods because they don’t fit in well with a diet that will make them healthy, bright, and strong.…
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Infants who sleep longer through the night and with fewer interruptions may be less likely to become overweight during their first six months of life, says a study from the Rise and SHINE (Sleep Health in Infancy & Early Childhood),…
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Introducing more movement into lessons can help kids lose weight and get healthier, says a study by the researchers from University College London. It is the first scientific assessment of the impact that reducing sedentary behaviour in the…
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The prevalence of excess weight and obesity in children has increased in recent decades and has become a global health concern. Excess weight affects one in three children worldwide. Children with obesity face a higher risk of developing…
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Next time you're packing lunch for your kid, consider this: Only three types of packaged fruit snacks like dried fruit, fruit puree and canned fruit with juice, meet the recommendations for high-nutrition snacks set by dietary guidelines.…
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