https://www.scidev.net/global/rss.xml/?type=topic&rssname=nutrition&parent=healthNutrition RSS feeds.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:19:18 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/un-trans-fat-crackdown-disputed-over-impact-on-poorest/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/un-trans-fat-crackdown-disputed-over-impact-on-poorest/UN move to eliminate certain fats from diets could have unforeseen consequences, letter warns. Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:47:00 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/study-challenges-treatment-of-severely-malnourished-kids/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/study-challenges-treatment-of-severely-malnourished-kids/Rehydrating the most malnourished children intravenously is safe and carries fewer complications than the recommended method, a study finds. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:47:06 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/ai-model-predicts-malnutrition-six-months-ahead/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/ai-model-predicts-malnutrition-six-months-ahead/Researchers say AI tool can strengthen responses to child malnutrition by forecasting hotspots before crises emerge Mon, 2 Jun 2025 02:04:12 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/explainer/african-diet-reduces-inflammation-in-just-two-weeks/https://www.scidev.net/global/explainer/african-diet-reduces-inflammation-in-just-two-weeks/Study reveals a traditional African diet protects against non-communicable diseases while common Western foods increase health risks. Tue, 15 Apr 2025 01:18:05 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/nutrition-summit-seeks-investors-as-key-donors-withdraw/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/nutrition-summit-seeks-investors-as-key-donors-withdraw/Diplomats urge national authorities to step up at the Nutrition for Growth Summit as the impact of aid cuts and the Ukraine war bite. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 04:05:56 GMT+0000Ruth Douglashttps://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/recipes-for-sustainable-food-systems/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/recipes-for-sustainable-food-systems/Recipes popular in South Asia have been found to have a surprisingly high impact on the environment. Wed, 3 Apr 2024 09:15:18 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/plates-and-spoons-to-tackle-malnutrition-in-malawi/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/plates-and-spoons-to-tackle-malnutrition-in-malawi/Meal planning initiative post Cyclone Freddy in Malawi ensures nutrition, fostering recovery and well-being. Thu, 11 Jan 2024 01:21:27 GMT+0000Charles Pensulohttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/in-west-africa-food-poisoning-is-silently-on-the-prowl/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/in-west-africa-food-poisoning-is-silently-on-the-prowl/SciDevNet uncovers the ‘silent killer’ of food and water contamination in West Africa. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:26:20 GMT+0000Justice Baidoo, Theodore Abiwuhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/breakthrough-makes-rice-guilt-free-for-diabetics/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/breakthrough-makes-rice-guilt-free-for-diabetics/Researchers announced a new rice variety with ultra-low glycaemic index, which is great news for people with diabetes Fri, 20 Oct 2023 01:47:50 GMT+0000Joel Adrianohttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/table-salt-needs-extra-iodine-bangladesh-study/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/table-salt-needs-extra-iodine-bangladesh-study/Bangladesh study shows wide variation in iodine levels among packaged salt brands sold locally. Tue, 9 May 2023 02:56:12 GMT+0000Sanjeet Bagcchihttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/food-taboos-causing-malnutrition-in-pregnant-women/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/food-taboos-causing-malnutrition-in-pregnant-women/Food taboos lead to nutrient deficiencies and perpetuate malnutrition in families. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 02:27:51 GMT+0000Solomon Yimerhttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/q-a-local-context-is-key-to-nourishing-children-says-specialist/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/q-a-local-context-is-key-to-nourishing-children-says-specialist/Guatemalan researcher says science must be applied to the local context and culture to reduce child malnutrition. Wed, 1 Mar 2023 06:38:30 GMT+0000Aleida Ruedahttps://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/cost-of-living-crisis-deepens-malnutrition/https://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/cost-of-living-crisis-deepens-malnutrition/One in three children under five in Nigeria are stunted. The cost of living crisis is set to make things worse. Wed, 11 May 2022 01:54:01 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/global/news/health-workers-given-incentives-to-push-baby-formula/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/health-workers-given-incentives-to-push-baby-formula/Countries must adopt policies to counter aggressive marketing by formula companies, urge UN agencies. Fri, 25 Feb 2022 02:56:55 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/perfect-storm-created-for-food-collapse-panel-hears/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/perfect-storm-created-for-food-collapse-panel-hears/COVID-19 must serve as wake-up call to build more resilient food systems. Fri, 26 Nov 2021 05:07:14 GMT+0000Neena Bhandarihttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/over-40-per-cent-of-all-adults-now-overweight-report/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/over-40-per-cent-of-all-adults-now-overweight-report/Countries off track to meet WHO’s global nutrition targets. Fri, 26 Nov 2021 01:23:08 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/big-business-poverty-autocracy-hinder-health-policy/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/big-business-poverty-autocracy-hinder-health-policy/Poor, undemocratic nations are slow to instate policies on tobacco, alcohol, and unhealthy foods, say researchers. Thu, 4 Nov 2021 12:51:27 GMT+0000Sanjeet Bagcchihttps://www.scidev.net/global/role-models/qa-more-girls-just-need-to-be-mentored/https://www.scidev.net/global/role-models/qa-more-girls-just-need-to-be-mentored/Plant biotechnologist says her father’s support encouraged her on her career path. Wed, 6 Oct 2021 02:05:50 GMT+0000Halima Athumanihttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/despite-clearing-hurdle-public-cant-sample-gm-rice-yet/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/despite-clearing-hurdle-public-cant-sample-gm-rice-yet/Philippines clears Golden Rice for commercial production but it may take time before it reaches consumers. Tue, 3 Aug 2021 12:00:27 GMT+0000Melanie Sisonhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/covid-hunger-spike-leaves-1-in-5-africans-malnourished/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/covid-hunger-spike-leaves-1-in-5-africans-malnourished/Global hunger surged in the last year of COVID-19 with access to food hampered by the pandemic, report finds. Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:51:51 GMT+0000Ruth Douglas