Parent Training Programs Don't Prevent Obesity in Toddlers, Major Study Finds
A large study combining data from 17 trials and nearly 9,400 children found that parent-focused programs designed to prevent childhood obesity don't work as …
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Community Program Helps Kids Grow Better in Rural India Villages
Researchers tested a special program called Stepping Stones in 106 villages in rural India to help parents better care for their young children. The program …
Read MoreMany School Kids Don't Get Enough Iron and Vitamin B12
A study of 234 children in Turkey found that many school-age kids aren't getting enough important nutrients. About 1 in 10 children had anemia (low red blood …
Read MoreNew Guide Helps Doctors Spot When Kids Can't Absorb Food Properly
Researchers created a comprehensive guide to help doctors better identify and treat children who have trouble absorbing nutrients from food. This condition, …
Read MoreTurkish Babies Get Too Much Protein But Miss Key Vitamins and Healthy Fats
Researchers studied 141 Turkish mothers and their babies aged 9-24 months to see what the little ones were eating and how mom's attitudes affected their diet. …
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