Plant-based diet nutrient planning aids children’s growth and cardiometabolic health
A major new meta-analysis finds that vegetarian and vegan diets can support children’s healthy growth when carefully planned with appropriate...
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Physical activity is critical for children’s happiness, study finds
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain PE, school sports and physical activity (PESSPA) are critical tools in fostering healthier, happier and more...
Bradford project produces ‘outstanding’ rise in children’s physical activity | Children’s health
A project in the UK which included young people designing their own play spaces has led to what researchers say...
Does active participation in organised physical activity contribute to children’s achievement of the 24-hour movement guidelines? findings from the family physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep (FAMIPASS) study | BMC Public Health
Rollo S, Antsygina O, Tremblay MS. The whole day matters: Understanding 24-hour movement guideline adherence and relationships with health indicators...
Children’s screen time must be limited to protect their mental health
More teenagers are grappling with stress, anxiety, and depression, with nearly one in three experiencing mental health challenges. A Finnish...
Limiting screen time and promoting physical activity may help safeguard children’s mental health
A recent Finnish study suggests that limiting screen time and promoting physical activity from childhood may help safeguard mental health...
Climate change is a new hurdle for children’s physical activity levels in Canada
The ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, the most comprehensive assessment of children’s physical activity in...
