The first 1000 days of life, which go from conception up to the child’s second birthday, represent a critical window for gut microbiome development....
This blog explores the relationship between sugar and cancer, examining the origin of claims, the scientific evidence behind them and how dietitians can respond in clinical practice....
Sudden shifts in appetite are often caused by hormonal changes. In this article, MSc student Serra Oguz, unpacks the mechanisms behind this and discusses strategies to manage cravings....
Interested in having your research paper spotlighted on the NHD Student Hub? Keep reading to find out the criteria, how to pitch and what you'll need to submit....
Each year, IBS awareness month takes place throughout April. The campaign aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma and support people living with IBS to manage their symptoms effectively....
High-sugar and deep-fried foods are to be taken off the menu for students as a result of new government plans to overhaul school dinners....
In this fact file, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian Molly Lovell unpacks the topic of paediatric IBS from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment and red flags....
Here are a few pointers to help you to see the wood from the trees when it comes to nutrition and dietetic research – and to help you reach those higher grade boundaries in your assignments....
Vanessa Rojas RD explores how nutritional status in UK children reflects a paradox of high obesity rates alongside persistent micronutrient shortfalls and looks at why nutritious school meals are vital....
As the seasons change, so must our approach to supporting clients’ nutritional and wellness goals. Using flexible goal setting, supportive communication and evidence-based strategies will help clients maintain progress during periods of change....
Food campaigners fear the trend may worsen childhood obesity, leave pupils struggling to concentrate in classrooms and undermine the government’s pledge to raise the healthiest generation of children ever....
A new study in The Lancet Global Health contains the first comprehensive global analysis of the impact of current food fortification programs, both in terms of the health benefits and costs....
The theme of BEAT’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week this year was community.When my team and I began thinking about this, we unanimously felt that schools are a vital part of our wider community that support the young people who access our service....
Melatonin is widely used to help children sleep but scientists say the enthusiasm may be getting ahead of the evidence. Researchers found a mismatch between the widespread use of melatonin and the limited amount of long-term scientific data available....
Via a randomised placebo-controlled crossover trial of healthy middle-aged and older adults, researchers found that daily intake of soluble corn fibre significantly improved focus and boosted gut bacteria in ways that may support brain function....
A leading expert in alcohol reduction is calling for caution, pointing out that semaglutide is not licensed for treating alcohol misuse and that established, evidence‑based treatments for addiction already exist....
Oral health is a significant determinant of nutritional status. Poor or diminished oral health can impact on the mechanical processes of eating – chewing, lip closure, forming a bolus, control of food/bolus or fluids in the oral cavity and swallowing. It can also affect taste, food choice options an...
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of lifelong neurological disorders caused by abnormal brain development or damage, usually before or during birth, that affects body movement, muscle tone and posture. It is the most common motor disability in childhood, with symptoms including stiff or floppy...
Across the country, community-based initiatives harness our shared connection with food, from community kitchens and cafes to gardens, food co-ops and cooking classes....
New qualitative research has explored parents’ experiences of using an age-appropriate portion size guide for children aged 1–4 years ....