Nutrition Publications

Iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) remains a global concern, affecting children's growth, development, and overall health. Inadequate iron intake is the most common cause, with periods of rapid growth further increasing iron demands. The approach to addressing IDA includes nutrition and dietary strategies, fortification, and supplementation.

Due to the increased administration of probiotics in pediatric healthcare, the European Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) published a guide on practical recommendations for the use of probiotics in pediatric gastrointestinal disorders.

Read  this  article  for  a  summary  of  recommendations  for probiotic  strains  when  managing  pediatric  gastrointestinal conditions.

Optimal growth, development, and functional maturation of the infant and child clearly depend on the provision of an adequate intake and balance of more than 50 essential macro- and micro-nutrients. Of all these, protein is by far the most important determinant. Protein in the diet provides the essential amino acids necessary for protein synthesis and thus not only protein quantity but also quality is important. However, protein cannot be considered alone since there is a close interrelation between protein and energy metabolism with reference to growth.