The Parenting Index was commissioned by Nestlé as part of its ongoing commitment to support families in the first 1,000 days of life, with a methodology developed and executed by Kantar. The Parenting Index provides a new framework for understanding
Nutrition Health & Wellness
In this section you will find extensive research on nutrition health and wellness that covers the role of diet in health, dietary guidelines and nutrition screening & assessment. We also cover requirements and recommendations for food safety, healthy eating, nutrients and hydration in all stages of a patient’s life.
Publications
SAJCN 2020;33(3):49-80 (Third Quarter)
Guest editorials, CPD Articles, Research Abstracts and much more in this edition.
Worldwide, fewer than one-third of children aged 6–24 months receive adequate dietary diversity and only about half receive a sufficient number of meals each day.
Videos
SARS-CoV-2 Nutrition: An Evolving Perspective
Dr. Juan Ochoa reviews evidence for feeding the critically ill patient and shares his experience in providing treatment to ICU patients seriously compromised by the novel coronavirus.
Human Milk as the First Source of Nutrients
The nutrient requirements of young infants are higher per unit body weight than at any other time of life. The amount of nutrients in the milk of a well-nourished woman is sufficient to support optimal growth and development of her infant. However
Human Milk Oligosaccharides and Health of Infants in Africa
Research in recent years has demonstrated that Human Mil Oligosaccharides (HMOs) play a contributory role in protecting infants from disease in developing countries This video at babies in low and middle-income countries and compares their growth
Conferences
97th NNI Workshop - INTERSECTIONS OF NUTRITION: Retracing Yesterday, Redefining Tomorrow
The Nestle Nutrition Institute is happy to invite you for the 97th NNI Workshop “INTERSECTIONS OF NUTRITION: Retracing Yesterday, Redefining Tomorrow”, on June 15th-16th, available in 2 sessions: 1300 CET and 1800 CET (you can choose the session
Latest News
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Josephine M. Murekezi is dedicated to improving the health of pregnant women in Rwanda
Josephine M. Murekezi first obtained a qualification in midwifery in 1985, after which she obtained an advanced Degree in the field in 2006 and a Master’s degree in 2008.