Nutrition Publications

This issue of Annales Nestlé highlights the fundamental importance of complementary feeding in shaping long-term health outcomes. Leading experts present evidence on how the timing, composition, and context of introducing solid foods influence risks for obesity and allergy, shape food preferences, and establish lifelong eating habits. The articles examine strategies for obesity prevention, harmonized global approaches to food allergy prevention, the biological and experiential factors that drive food acceptance, and optimal feeding practices for healthy growth. Together, these insights provide

The NNI and WNSC 102 Workshop, “Growing Strong: Harnessing the Power of Nutrition for Child Health,” explored the critical role of optimal nutrition in shaping growth patterns, promoting healthy development, and ensuring proper nourishment for the brain, bones, and overall growth. It also examined the influence of environmental factors and exposures, along with strategies to optimize these elements. Additionally, the workshop delved into the impact of nutrition on growth and the long-term risk of non-communicable diseases, with a focus on interventions during preconception, fetal development

Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) is one of the most common food allergies in infancy, yet it remains a diagnostic challenge due to its diverse symptoms and overlapping presentation with other conditions. This article provides a comprehensive overview of CMPA—covering the immunologic mechanisms (IgE- and non-IgE-mediated responses), key clinical manifestations, diagnostic tools such as oral food challenges, and evidence-based management strategies guided by the latest updates from ESPGHAN and DRACMA recommendations. It offers practical guidance to support early diagnosis, appropriate