Infant and toddler supermarket foods fail Who nutrition guidelines

Dr Alexandra Chung from the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food at Monash University conducted a study revealing that only 23% of infant and toddler foods in Australian supermarkets meet WHO nutrient content requirements. The study highlights significant issues with sugar content and misleading marketing claims, emphasising the need for stricter regulations. This research aligns with the Australian Government's recent public consultation on improving commercial foods for infants, presenting an opportunity for regulatory improvements to protect children's health.

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