Optimizing Early Childhood Nutrition: SNE Calls for EU Adherence to Updated UN Guidelines

SNE urges the EU to comply with updated UN guidelines concerning formula for older infants and young children, emphasizing the need for tailored nutrition standards within the bloc. The revised Codex Alimentarius reflects current scientific insights, distinguishing between formula for infants (6-12 months) and young children (12-36 months). European toddlers often consume imbalanced diets, lacking key nutrients while overindulging in others. Implementing the new criteria ensures children receive adequate nutrition, addressing concerns such as excess protein intake. SNE stresses the importance of EU regulation to safeguard child health and maintain the excellence of the specialized nutrition sector. Initial steps should focus on establishing compositional criteria for the 12-36 months age group.

Source: https://www.nutritioninsight.com/news/sne-calls-for-the-eu-to-abide-by-new-un-rules-on-formula-for-older-infants-and-young-children.html