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....
Kat Stuart, RD, looks at the current evidence for cholesterol-lowering advice and any new research or developments in this area....
This article explores how to navigate patients presenting with gluten sensitivity using the current research available on the topic....
Salma Khattak, ANutr, unpacks the increasing health issue of paediatric allergies, including the main categories and how each are managed....
Students at University College London (UCL) have been developing exciting research into malnutrition, sarcopenia, and frailty....
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....
Rebecca Gasche, RD, explores where people are getting their nutrition advice, the dangers of online nutrition advice, and what we can do about it....
'Engaging in population-level interventions has proven to be more strategic, expansive and rewarding, prompting my interest in public health,' writes Clara Carr, RD....
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....
Younger children should not be given drinks containing artificial sweeteners, say advisory committee
The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) says pre-school children should get used to drinking water instead....
Menopause is a challenging time of life, and menopause symptoms can have a huge impact on daily functioning. The good news? There is a lot of help and support out there, and many treatment options are available....
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....