How to Help Your Child Lose Weight Safely
As a paediatric nutritionist who has worked with hundreds of families across the NHS and private practice, I know that discovering your child is above a healthy weight can feel…
Childhood Obesity
Understanding childhood obesity in the UK. Statistics, causes, risk factors, prevention strategies and practical guidance for families concerned about their child’s weight.
Childhood Obesity in the UK: Statistics, Trends and What They Mean
The Current Picture: How Many UK Children Are Affected? As a paediatric nutritionist who has worked across the NHS for over 15 years, I have watched childhood obesity statistics shift…
Childhood Obesity Prevention: Practical Strategies for Families
As a paediatric nutritionist with over 15 years of experience working with families across the NHS and in private practice, I have seen first-hand how childhood obesity affects every aspect…
The Link Between Childhood Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
In my fifteen years working as a paediatric nutritionist across the NHS and private practice here in Bristol, I have witnessed a deeply concerning shift. Type 2 diabetes, once considered…
How Poverty and Deprivation Affect Children’s Weight in the UK
Understanding the Link Between Poverty and Childhood Weight In my fifteen years working as a paediatric nutritionist in Bristol, I have seen first-hand how deeply a family’s financial situation shapes…
What Causes Childhood Obesity? Risk Factors Every Parent Should Know
Why Understanding the Causes Matters As a paediatric nutritionist, I have spent over 15 years working with families across Bristol and the wider NHS, and one question comes up in…
My Child’s NCMP Letter Says Overweight: What Should I Do Next?
What the NCMP Letter Actually Means If you have opened a letter telling you that your child’s weight is in the overweight or very overweight category, I want you to…