Children's snacking habits setting them up for obesity in later life

Public Health England are calling on parents to take a tougher line on sweets, cakes and fizzy drinks between meals

Children’s snacking habits are setting them up for obesity and poor health, Public Health England has warned, calling on parents to take a tougher line on sweets and cakes and fizzy drinks between meals.

Children in England are eating on average at least three unhealthy high-calorie sugary snacks and drinks every day, says PHE, and about a third of children eat four or more. It is urging parents to draw the line at two and make sure they are not more than 100 calories each.

Related: Child obesity campaigners in row over new report’s lack of teeth

Related: Kellogg's UK prompts anger by branding Frosties an adult cereal

Continue reading... January 02, 2018 at 12:00PM