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The Influence of Grandparents on Children’s Dietary Health: A Narrative Review

To examine and synthesise recent evidence on the role of grandparents in shaping children's dietary health.

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Low intake of B-vitamins is associated with poor adolescent mental health and behaviour

The current prevalence of mental health problems in Western populations is approximately 20% and half of all adult mental health disorders are estimated to...

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Infant feeding and obesity risk in the child

Early nutrition in infancy may influence later child health outcomes including overweight through 'programming'.

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Australian first study looks at energy drink harm in young people

Researchers at the Telethon Kids Institute will study the health impacts of energy drinks on young people and develop guidelines for reducing consumption.

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Western diet link to ADHD

A new study from Perth's The Kids for Child Health Research shows an association between ADHD and a 'Western-style' diet in adolescents.

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Folate commitment will protect babies

Child health expert Professor Fiona Stanley has welcomed today's commitment to proceed with mandatory fortification of food with folate.

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Back to school anxiety: How to help your child transition into the new school year

As we count down to the end of the long summer holidays, it’s natural for children to feel anxious about what the new school year will bring.

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Get cracking: Why eggs are a healthy choice for pregnant women

Not only are cooked eggs perfectly safe to eat during pregnancy, they are also a great way to boost nutrient intake for both mums and bubs.

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ORIGINS reaches key milestone

ORIGINS, a collaboration between The Kids and the Joondalup Health Campus, has achieved a major milestone – recruiting its 1000th family.

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Video: Why you're wasting your money on bottled water

The Kids Research Institute Australia nutritionist Dr Roslyn Giglia says Australians are spending over $500 million a year on bottled water, when tap water is healthier.