Nutrition

When using therapeutic hypothermia for treatment, is feeding safe or does it lead to poor outcomes? A study offers answers.

An investigation looks into how the US diet has change since 2003.

A 19-year-old young woman presents with rapid onset weight loss. What's the diagnosis?

Plant-based proteins may be healthier for our bodies and the environment, but there’s not much guidance on these types of diets for children.

An investigation examines whether moving from paper vouchers to electronic benefits transfer (EBT) cards improved participation numbers for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

An investigation examines which infants might require screening before peanut introduction.

Andrew J. Schuman, MD, FAAP, discusses talking with patients and their families about a variety of nutrition topics including eating disorders and obesity.

An investigation examines whether a key report on global health trends is hugely underestimating eating disorder cases.

Whether it’s getting a child to eat a certain vegetable, eat something other than chicken nuggets, most parents go through feeding struggles at some point. The question for pediatricians is knowing when to offer reassurance and support, and when to offer intervention.

A number of peanut allergy screening tests exist. Which is the best for infants who are high risk?

Contemporary Pediatrics sat down with Andrew J. Schuman, MD, FAAP, to discuss the many facets of pediatric nutrition.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers guidance on continuing obesity management during the current pandemic.

Emerging evidence reveals that earlier introduction of highly allergenic foods into infants’ diets may actually lead to immune tolerance. Here’s what you should know.

How changing seasons affect children’s nutrition.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot of things, including nutrition. The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued interim guidance to help pediatricians guide families through this difficult time.

Lipid emulsions available on the market have evolved over time. Here's the latest information.

The quality of diets in children is improving, but especially in low-income and racially diverse groups, there is still a long way to go in meeting nutritional recommendations.

Kid influencers are having a field day on social media when it comes to pushing (mostly unhealthy) products on unsuspecting viewers. Here’s how you can help.

Since the middle of the 20th century and into the 21st century, the incidence of celiac disease has been rising significantly throughout the Western world. Here is what you need to know about this autoimmune condition.

Diet is impacted by more than just what a child sees in the home. An investigation examines the dietary quality seen in popular movies.

Encourage parents to model healthful eating behaviors and positive relationships with good eating habits.

It’s a classic case of “which came first,” specific bacteria in the intestinal microbiota or celiac disease. A new report offers insight.

Native Americans are disproportionately impacted by early childhood obesity. Can home visits help turn the tide?

A close look at the dietary needs of infants and toddlers and the recent nutrition guideline update.

Colic is a common complaint among infants. A study examines whether prenatal exposure to probiotics can reduce the risk of colic.