Over two-thirds of parents (67%) worldwide said they want to improve their child’s eating habits, according to Euromonitor International's 2019 Health and Nutrition Survey.
Low FODMAP, a diet low in carbohydrates that trigger digestive discomfort and stomach pain, could be a useful treatment for children and adolescents with gastrointestinal issues, say researchers from the University of Otago in Australia.
Organic baby and toddler food and tummy friendly brand NutureMe says it has significant untapped potential in the online retail channel where it can reach even more health-conscious parents, domestically and globally.
Boston-based Little Pickins is targeting an under-developed space in the baby food market with its frozen ready-made and veggie-packed finger foods for toddlers ages 10 months and up.
While many parents eat meat, poultry and fish, the idea of feeding these foods to babies might sound strange to them based on the majority of baby foods currently marketed, but startup Serenity Kids is turning this preconception on its head with its line...
While most responsible baby food brands work with pediatric dietitians to ensure their products meet babies’ nutritional needs, Cerebelly – the brainchild of Canadian neurosurgeon Teresa Purzner, MD, PhD - takes this to the next level with a granular...
How can you encourage kids to eat more vegetables? A recent study conducted in Australia found that offering a variety of vegetables rather than just one option resulted in increased vegetable intake among kids.
Brainiac Kids – a new brand focused on delivering 'brainfood' for children – has secured nationwide distribution for its whole milk yogurts and yogurt drinks, picking up business with a flurry of leading retailers including Whole Foods, Hy-Vee,...
The a2 Milk Company's performance in the US, while still in its early stages, resembles what the company has experienced in Australia where a2 Milk is the No. 1 premium milk brand holding an 11.2% share of the total packaged milk market, says CEO...
A three-year grant program called Get Schools Cooking (GSC) will help school lunch programs eliminate highly-processed foods and introduce more meals using whole fruits, vegetables, and grains.
In pursuit of a healthy, balanced diet for themselves and their children, many parents reported being overwhelmed by the number of "healthy" choices at the grocery store, a focus group of Chicago parents revealed.
What motivates Moms as they shop for food for their kids? What are they looking for on labels? Are they looking for foods containing certain key nutrients?
How consumers buy and experience food is changing with the emergence of online shopping and a busy on-the-go culture, so it only makes sense that how companies test potential new products also evolves to better align with modern usage and values, according...
Farmwise – the Boston-based firm best-known for adding stealthy servings of beans and veggies to frozen family staples (fries, tots, nuggets) – has moved into the appetizers category with mozzarella and broccoli bites and microwaveable potato skins.
The inspiration for Zeek – a line of protein bars for children - was less of a Eureka moment than a dawning realization that for sporty kids, pre-game options were basically granola bars “that were not much better than candy,” or adult-oriented nutrition...
