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 …

Body composition estimates are widely used in clinical research and field studies as
measures of energy‐nutrient balance, functionality and health. Despite their broad …

Prevalence rates of pediatric obesity continue to rise worldwide. Adipose tissue (AT)
development and expansion initiate in the fetus and extend throughout the lifespan. This …

Childhood is a window of opportunity for the prevention of the obesity pandemic. Since “the
first 1000 days of life” is a period in which healthy eating habits must be acquired, it should …

Background An adequate large-scale pediatric cohort based on nationwide administrative
data is lacking in Korea. Purpose This study established the National Investigation of Birth …

Most past studies focused on the associations of prenatal risk factors with the risks of
childhood overweight/obesity. Instead, more postnatal risk factors are modifiable, with less …

The complementary feeding introduction period (introduction of solid foods alongside
breastmilk or formula) is defining in children's health; however, it appears that many parents …

Context The timing of introducing complementary feeding (CF) is crucial because premature
or delayed CF can be associated with adverse health outcomes in childhood and adulthood …

Background The timing of introduction of complementary foods and the duration of
breastfeeding (BF) have been independently associated with child overweight and obesity; …

A primary role in infant parenting is feeding, and this role undergoes a significant transition
when introducing complementary foods (CF), with important long-term health implications …