Micro-preemies who primarily consume breast milk have significantly higher levels of metabolites important for brain growth and development, according to
Day: April 29, 2019
Early lipids boost brain growth for vulnerable micro-preemies
Dietary lipids, already an important source of energy for tiny preemies, also provide a much-needed brain boost by significantly increasing
New study examines the resurgence of milk sharing
A new study examines the history and resurgence of milk sharing. Findings from the study will be presented during the
Influenza vaccine hesitancy among caregivers of children
Even caregivers whose children receive the first dose of influenza vaccine may be vaccine hesitant and have inaccurate beliefs regarding
Nationwide study suggests obesity as an independent risk factor for anxiety and depression in young people
Obesity is linked with an increased risk of developing anxiety and depression in children and adolescents, independent of traditional risk
Obesity and emotional problems appear to develop together from age 7
Obesity and emotional problems, such as feelings of low mood and anxiety, tend to develop hand-in-hand from as young as
Being a car commuter with obesity linked to a 32% increased early death risk
New research presented at this year’s European Congress on Obesity in Glasgow, Scotland (28 April — 1 May) shows that
Weight-loss surgery and risk of pregnancy and birth complications
Women who have undergone weight-loss surgery appear to be at higher risk of developing complications during pregnancy, and their babies
Children, their parents, and health professionals often underestimate children’s higher weight status
More than half of parents underestimated their children’s classification as overweight or obese — children themselves and health professionals also
