Kids' diets might play a role in their eye health. A recent study looked at over 1, 000 children in Hong Kong. It found that kids who ate more omega-3 fatty acids had a lower chance of becoming short-sighted. Omega-3s are found in fish and other foods. The study showed that kids with the highest omega-3 intake had healthier eye measurements. On the other hand, kids ...
Food intolerances in children are a growing concern. These issues can make it tough for families to ensure their kids get the right nutrition. In Pakistan, this problem is quite common. It is crucial to understand the types of food intolerances. Gluten and lactose intolerance are two big ones. These conditions can lead to serious health problems if not managed proper...
The first few years of life are super important for a child's growth and brain development. This is when they need lots of good food to stay healthy. Animal foods, like meat, eggs, and milk, are packed with stuff kids need, such as protein, iron, and vitamins. These nutrients help kids grow strong and smart. Unfortunately, many kids in Ethiopia don't get enough of th...
In Ghana, babies and toddlers face a big problem. They are not getting the right food. This means they are not getting the nutrition they need. When babies turn 6 months, they need more than just milk. They need different foods to grow strong and healthy. But many kids in Ghana don't get this kind of food. So many kids are at risk of serious problems. They ...
In Latin America and the Caribbean, school milk programs have been a long-standing tradition. They have been a key part of combating malnutrition for many years. But, the region is now facing new problems. Overweight and obesity among kids are becoming more common. These changes pose a challenge for the milk programs. It's not just about providing any kind of food a...
Burkina Faso has been grappling with a significant health issue: chronic malnutrition and high mortality rates among children under five. To address this, several child nutrition programs were put into action between 2018 and 2022. This analysis looks at how these interventions influenced the nutritional health and survival of children aged 0-5 during this period. V...
A Minnesota nonprofit, Feeding Our Future (FOF), is in hot water, accused of siphoning off a whopping $250 million in taxpayer dollars meant for hungry children during the pandemic. Over 70 people linked to the group face federal charges, with five already convicted of fraud. Allegedly, they cooked up fake names of kids receiving free meals. The House Education Comm...
Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) has found himself in hot water after being subpoenaed by House Republicans over his administration's handling of a massive fraud scheme involving a nonprofit called Feeding Our Future during the pandemic. The scandal has raised serious questions about oversight and accountability. Key takeaways: Over $250 million in federal child nutrition fun...