The hour after children are picked up from day care is the least nutritious, according to a new study. Parents tend to give their children sugary and salty snacks, missing an opportunity to establish healthy habits. Researchers found children consume about 20% of their calories during that time, and 22% of their added sugar intake.
A study led by the University of Pennsylvania examined how living in a Philly neighborhood where violence is prevalent affects children. Researchers found that where a young person lives, the societal messages they absorb and the different forms of violence they experience can deeply affect their physical and mental health.
Study highlights the negative impacts of low food diversity on child health and economic costs, emphasizing the need for improved dietary variety to reduce healthcare expenses.