Obesity

Obesity is a growing concern worldwide. For the first time in modern history, the current generation is expected to have a shorter life expectancy than their parents, simply because of obesity and the associated increased risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Here you can access a wide range of content dealing with obesity management, metabolic syndrome, childhood obesity and more.

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Nutrition and Growth Yearbook 2025
Nutrition and Growth Yearbook 2025

Nutrition and Growth Yearbook 2025

This volume of the Nutrition and Growth Yearbook for 2025 reviews recent research on the relationship between nutrition and child growth, focusing on how diet affects linear growth, weight gain, and body composition in various clinical settings. It features peer-reviewed articles published between July 2023 and June 2024, offering insights into optimal dietary strategies, undernutrition interventions, and preventive measures for promoting healthy growth. The contributors discuss both clinical and foundational research, highlighting the critical role of nutrition in pediatric development. This

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Nutrition and Growth Yearbook 2024

Nutrition and Growth Yearbook 2024

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NNIW33 - PROTEIN METABOLISM DURING INFANCY

NNIW33 - PROTEIN METABOLISM DURING INFANCY

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Feeding babies with solid food early raises obesity risk later

Feeding babies with solid food early raises obesity risk later

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WHO issues guidance on emerging double threat of childhood obesity and undernutrition in low and middle income countries

WHO issues guidance on emerging double threat of childhood obesity and undernutrition in low and middle income countries

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Objectifs du millénaire pour le développement et Nutrition

Objectifs du millénaire pour le développement et Nutrition

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Nutrition Interventions To Decrease The Prevalence Of Childhood Overweight And Obesity

Nutrition Interventions To Decrease The Prevalence Of Childhood Overweight And Obesity

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The Interaction Between Malaria And Nutrition

The Interaction Between Malaria And Nutrition

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Genetics, rapid childhood growth and the development of obesity

Genetics, rapid childhood growth and the development of obesity

Influencing flavour perception and preference in infants for long-term health (infographics)
Influencing flavour perception and preference in infants for long-term health

Influencing flavour perception and preference in infants for long-term health

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Infant weight gain increases risk of adult weight-related disease

Infant weight gain increases risk of adult weight-related disease