Infant & Children's Health

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Nutrition is Top Priority for About Half of Mothers Globally

The top three interests were a heathy immune system, diet, and sleep patterns, according to survey from Royal DSM.

04.22.19

Cognitive Function | Healthcare Trends | Infant & Children's Health | Research | Vitamins

Choline: The Essential Nutrient Americans Still Aren’t Consuming Enough

Deficiency can have serious health implications.

Online Exclusives03.28.19

Choline May Prevent Fetal Brain Problems when Pregnant Mother has Flu

Supplements during pregnancy can have a lifelong benefit for the infant.

03.26.19

Nutrition Supplementation Can Increase Infant Birth Size

Women who received supplements before pregnancy or in the first trimester were 31% less likely to have a child stunted at birth.

03.15.19

Breaking News | Infant & Children's Health | Research | Research News | Vitamins

Vitamin D May Protect Obese Children from Asthma Symptoms Associated with Pollution

Over 6 million U.S. children have the immune-mediated lung condition.

03.15.19

MegaFood Launches Line of Chewable Multivitamins

Products for men, women, and kids feature ingredients sourced from company’s network of trusted farm partners.

03.13.19

Maternal DHA Intake May Offset High Blood Pressure Risk in Overweight or Obese Children

The study presents further evidence that omega-3 DHA during pregnancy offers benefits for offspring.

02.27.19

Eating Organic Can Reduce Pesticide Levels in Humans

After just six days of eating organic researchers found pesticides—which are linked to numerous health issues—declined by 60.5% in participants.

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Nano-Encapsulation Technology Could Enhance Absorption of Omega-3 DHA

Mouse study aimed to address delivery and absorption issues of DHA that affect potency and efficacy.

02.01.19

Breaking News | Infant & Children's Health | Research | Research News | Sweeteners

Are Added Sugars to Blame for Fatty Liver Disease in Children?

NAFLD, the most common liver disease in children, increased significantly from 1988 to 2010.

01.24.19

Study: NR During Breastfeeding Yields Lasting Benefits to Mothers and Offspring in Animal Model

Preclinical lactation study of a unique form of vitamin B3 (nicotinamide riboside) shows measurable results in rodents.

01.23.19

Breaking News | Dairy-Based Ingredients | Functional Foods & Beverages | Infant & Children's Health | Supplier News

Arla Foods Ingredients Launches Optimized Comfort Concept for Infant Formula

Company introduced concept for infant formula containing alpha-lactalbumin.

01.08.19

Brain Health Market Trends: Supporting Cognition with Science

From infancy through the senior years, diet and natural products play an important role in enhancing cognition.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 12.06.18

Breaking News | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Infant & Children's Health | Products

hint Launches Flavored Water Line for Kids

Available in Tetra boxes, hint offers parents and kids a juice box alternative.

12.05.18

Mothers Have High Awareness of Formula Ingredients from Whey, Survey Shows

Arla Foods Ingredients found recognition of lactose, probiotics, and specific proteins was high.

12.05.18

Omega-3s May Reduce Risk of Premature Birth

Optimal dose is daily intake of 500-1000 mg of omega-3 fats (at least 500 mg of DHA) starting at 12 weeks of pregnancy.

11.19.18

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Infant & Children's Health | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Testing

Prototype Developed to Test Bifidobacterium Levels in Baby's Gut Microbiome

Non-invasive test measures presence of markers that indicate levels of Bifidobacterium, such as acetate and lactate.

09.26.18

Innovative Probiotic Launches

Probiotic supplements and fortified foods/beverages have colonized mainstream households.

Slideshows09.26.18

Breaking News | Infant & Children's Health | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Research | Research News

Probiotics May Help Reduce Antibiotic Use in Children

Overall reduction of antibiotic use is a widely adopted public health goal.

09.25.18

Parents Uncertain About Times of Children’s Dietary Transitions

The International Food Information Council found gaps exists between parents’ expectations and reality.

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