The Government has announced that from 2026, free school meals will be offered to any child in England whose parents receive Universal Credit....

Dietitians Week has made us all think about the future of dietetics and future dietitians....

Hazel Duncan, RD, explores the topic of functional abdominal pain (FAP) in paediatrics using a key case study....

The role of nutrition in stress management is frequently overlooked. In this article, Yuqi Zhao explores how nutrition can help manage exam stress, including practical tips....

The study found that children with these negative eating patterns and behaviours had a 45% higher chance of having mental health problems....

For babies, there are many safety considerations when it comes to the introduction of solids at around six months. This article seeks to highlight some key safety considerations during this crucial stage....

Disproportionate number of children referred to NHS excess weight clinics are from most deprived areas with many being neurodivergent or having other health complications, finds study...

On the 2nd May, the Food Foundation and First Steps Nutrition Trust published a joint policy briefing on the Healthy Start scheme (the scheme which supports families on very low incomes to purchase milk and vegetables in pregnancy and in the early years....

I recently had a family member ask for a bit of advice about cholesterol and I thought to myself that I would have a look at the current evidence for cholesterol-lowering advice and see if there is any new research or developments in this area. Cholesterol is a lipid produced by the liver and has...

This article explores how to navigate patients presenting with gluten sensitivity using the current research available on the topic....

Allergic reactions amongst children are an increasing health issue, affecting millions of children worldwide. Paediatric allergies are immune system reactions to typically harmless substances in children. These substances, known as allergens, can trigger symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Common...

Students at University College London (UCL) have been developing exciting research into malnutrition, sarcopenia and frailty in collaboration with Nightingale Hammerson Care Home in London. Read more about the malnutrition, frailty and sarcopenia research....

A laboratory was commissioned by Panorama to independently test the nutritional value of a fruit, yoghurt and savoury pouch from each of the six leading brands....

Having worked in the NHS as a dietitian for 12 years, I have witnessed many changes during that time in the way the population – friends, family, colleagues – receive advice on health and nutrition.As of February 2025, there were 5.56 billion social media users – 67.9% of the global...

After years of working in clinical settings, I have come to realise that my impact is limited when focusing solely on individual patients or small groups. Engaging in population-level interventions has proven to be more strategic, expansive and rewarding, prompting my interest in public health....

Unfortunately the latest report reveals little progress since 2016 when the last report, WBTi UK 2016, was launched....

Sophie Fitzpatrick’s shares how her dietetic internship placement in a Canadian care home taught her the importance of remaining open to new challenges....

The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) says pre-school children should get used to drinking water instead....

As someone who is approaching their mid-forties, the subject of menopause is now on my mind. I think I am already experiencing perimenopause symptoms and am looking at all the options to help reduce the impact of these symptoms. I have already had a chat with a menopause adviser and have been given...

Swansea University and First Steps Nutrition are conducting the research and have sent a call out for those who are working roles around infant feeding and food insecurity to participate in a research survey before the 10th of April.To find out more, including more information about the research and...