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fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

Cookbook Author Wrote a Note Excusing Her Son from the Clean Plate Club at Lunch

Amy Palanjian has more than a million followers on her @yummytoddlerfood Instagram account who gobble up her suggestions for feeding kids ... as well as her advice to avoid force-feeding them. So when her 6-year-old son mentioned that one of his camp counselors said he had to finish his lunch, Palanjian, who also happens to be the author of " Dinnertime SOS," was understandably concerned.
Parenting
Public health
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Indiana and Tennessee Opted Out of Summer EBT Program, Leaving Kids Hungry

Opting out of federal Summer EBT in Tennessee and Indiana removed $120 per child summer food aid, forcing families to reduce meals and skip bills.
World news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Doctors in Gaza say patients' protruding ribs and bony limbs offer evidence of malnutrition

Parts of Gaza are in famine, widespread severe malnutrition is causing deaths and acute child malnutrition amid disputed aid access.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Baby food firms told to cut sugar and salt

Baby food manufacturers must reduce salt and sugar, stop promoting snacks for under‑ones, and curb unproven health claims or face regulatory action within 18 months.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

I Couldn't Get My Son To Eat. I Thought He Was Just Picky, But The Truth Was Much More Serious.

Persistent food refusal by my son revealed deeper issues beyond mere stubbornness, leading to a realization of possible feeding challenges.
Health
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

How Bad Is It That My Kid Doesn't Take Vitamins? What A Dietitian Says

Most healthy children do not need vitamin supplements if they consume a balanced diet.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Mom Says Her Child Isn't 'Allowed' To Be a Picky Eater. Here's Why

When he expresses dislike to something in his mouth, our first question is never, 'Do you not like it?' I feel like that subconsciously makes him think he doesn't like it.
Parenting
Food & drink
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Modern Morals: My daughter feeds her kids so much junk food and crap - how can I talk to her about it?

Concerns exist about children consuming ultra-processed foods and the risk of future obesity and health issues.
Food & drink
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Hunger Hero campaign aims to feed NYC kids facing hunger as school year ends | amNewYork

Families at P.S. 177 in Brooklyn received free meal boxes during school pickup to combat summer food insecurity.
fromBKReader
2 months ago

New York to Deliver Summer Food Aid to Support Over 2 Million Children

"As New York's first Mom Governor, I'm committed to doing everything in my power to help kids and families across the state."
Brooklyn
Everyday cooking
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I found a way to put an end to my kids' constant summer snacking. I even get to save tons of money.

Serving four meals a day helps keep kids satisfied and maintains a family budget.
Frequent snacking can be expensive and lead to dissatisfaction with food options.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

UK ban on junk food adverts targeting children is delayed until next year

Ministers are postponing the ban on junk food ads targeting children until 2026, provoking backlash from health advocates.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Imagine a future where no child dies of undernutrition

Good nutrition is essential for children's development and resilience.
Undernutrition is linked to high child mortality and developmental setbacks.
Challenges like poverty and climate change threaten child nutrition solutions.
The Child Nutrition Fund is a strategic initiative to combat child undernutrition.
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Dozens of Palestinians starved to death under Israel's blockade of Gaza

Gaza faces severe humanitarian crisis; children starve as Israel's blockade restricts food, water, and aid.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Trump admin agrees to end Maine funding freeze over trans athlete fight

It's unfortunate that my office had to resort to federal court just to get USDA to comply with the law and its own regulations, but we are pleased that the lawsuit has now been resolved and that Maine will continue to receive funds as directed by Congress to feed children and vulnerable adults.
NYC parents
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
4 months ago

How much protein do kids actually need? The answer may surprise you

Most children receive adequate protein intake; concerns about protein are often unwarranted.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
4 months ago

IDFA Announces 'Healthy Dairy in Schools Commitment' to Eliminate Use of Certified Artificial Colors in Dairy Foods for Schools, Surpassing State and Federal Standards

Dairy companies are committed to eliminating certified artificial colors from products sold in schools by July 2026, enhancing children's nutrition and health.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accepted campaign donations from individuals linked to $250M COVID fraud scheme

"I'm not here because I think it's going to help my re-election," Ellison stated during a meeting with individuals linked to the Feeding Our Future scandal.
NYC politics
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