OBJECTIVE: To synthesize results of observational studies examining parenting behavior
and early childhood language in typically developing samples. DATA SOURCES: Searches …

Parents play a critical role in the development of children's eating behaviours and weight
status, serving as providers, models and regulators of the food environment. Many research …

Understanding the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on the current generation of
youth is critical for post-pandemic recovery planning. This study aimed to identify the most …

Childhood obesity has high societal and economic impact but current treatment approaches
are sub-optimal. In the last decade, important studies have been conducted aiming to …

Background: The global prevalence of childhood obesity has grown sharply in recent
decades. Obesity is considered a public health problem which directly affects the health …

Background Preliminary evaluations of behavioral interventions, referred to as pilot studies,
predate the conduct of many large-scale efficacy/effectiveness trial. The ability of a pilot …

The term complementary feeding is defined as the period in which a progressive reduction
of breastfeeding or infant-formula feeding takes place, while the infant is gradually …

Poor diet, low physical activity, sedentary behavior and smoking are modifiable risk factors
for chronic diseases that often develop early in life. An improved understanding of how …

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death and disability in the world, largely
because of risk factors modifiable by changes in behavior. There is evolving evidence that …

Childhood obesity is a global public health challenge. Early prevention, particularly during
the first 1000 days, is advocated. Health professionals have a role to play in obesity …