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Hazel Duncan, RD, explores the topic of functional abdominal pain (FAP) in paediatrics using a key case study.
The study found that children with these negative eating patterns and behaviours had a 45% higher chance of having mental health problems.
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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...
Six top-brand baby food pouches found to lack key nutrients
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.
World Breastfeeding Trends Initiative (WBTi) UK 2024 Report officially launched
Unfortunately the latest report reveals little progress since 2016 when the last report, WBTi UK 2016, was launched.
Younger children should not be given drinks containing artificial sweeteners, say advisory committee
It says pre-school children should get used to drinking water instead, though sweeteners may help older children cut down on sugar.
Request for participants for research project on formula in food banks
Swansea University and First Steps Nutrition 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.
Exclusive Articles
Paediatric articles from our expert contributors
May 2025
Aliya Porter, RNutr, highlights key safety considerations during weaning. As Aliya writes in her article, food is only healthy when it is also safe.
May 2025
Salma Khattak, ANutr, looks at the main categories of paediatric allergies and how they are managed, as well as other important allergy considerations.
April 2025
Kate Roberts, RD, unpacks the topic of paediatric legume allergies and explains why awareness and understanding is crucial for effective diagnosis and management in paediatric patients.
March 2025
Hazel Duncan, RD, unpacks two home enteral tube feeding case studies, and demonstrates the importance of individual and family needs.
February 2025
Aliya Porter, RNutr, examines iron requirements, deficiency and crucially the prevention of deficiency in adolescence.
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