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British Journal of Nutrition

Snacky, salty diets linked to more weight gain in preschoolers

A single study of over 6,000 four-year-olds in New Zealand found that children who ate more refined, sugary, salty and fatty foods were more likely to carry extra weight than children with better-balanced diets. Diets higher in fruit, vegetables and protein weren't linked to extra weight in this study. It's a reminder that offering more wholesome foods instead of packaged snacks may support healthy growth, though one study can't prove cause and effect.

European Journal of Pediatrics

Vitamin B12 matters for babies, especially if you're breastfeeding

A medical review explains that low vitamin B12 in babies, often linked to the mother's own B12 levels, can affect early brain development even before a blood test looks abnormal. It's especially relevant for breastfeeding mothers who eat little or no animal products, since babies get their B12 through breast milk or formula. This isn't a single study but a summary of expert knowledge, meant to help catch low B12 early rather than cause unnecessary worry for most families.

Pediatric Allergy and Immunology

Food allergies can make mealtimes harder for toddlers and parents

In a study of 107 families with young children who have a diagnosed food allergy, about 1 in 6 kids showed signs of feeding difficulties, such as strongly refusing foods or eating a very limited variety. Parents of these children reported more stress and lower quality of life around meals. This is a single study, but it's a useful reminder that extra feeding challenges are common when managing a food allergy, and support is available if mealtimes feel overwhelming.

🩺 Foodie Mini follows WHO, AAP and NHS guidance for children aged 1–5. It doesn't replace your paediatrician: check allergies and textures with them.