{"id":188,"date":"2025-10-06T11:46:50","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T11:46:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/?p=188"},"modified":"2025-10-10T13:44:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T13:44:03","slug":"childhood-obesity-and-malnutrition-how-to-recognize-it-understand-it-and-help-stop-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/en\/childhood-obesity-and-malnutrition-how-to-recognize-it-understand-it-and-help-stop-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Childhood Obesity and Malnutrition: How to Recognize It, Understand It, and Help Stop It"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Childhood Obesity: An Epidemic No One Talks About Enough<\/strong>&#8230;<br>Yet it affects the health, lifespan, and quality of life of millions of children around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not just a future problem. It\u2019s happening right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>And the numbers speak for themselves:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Back in 2016, <strong>more than 41 million children <\/strong>under the age of 5 <strong>were overweight or obese.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In 2024, that number is alarmingly high \u2014 <strong>35 million kids under 5 are overweight.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In 2022, over <strong>390 million<\/strong> children and adolescents (<strong>ages 5\u201319) were overweight<\/strong>, including <strong>160 million living with obesity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Today, <strong>1 in 3 eleven-year-olds has overweight or obesity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The global rate of overweight and obesity among kids and teens has jumped <strong>from 8% in 1990 to 20% in 2022 \u2014 with 21% of boys and 19% of girls affected.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>And no \u2014 this isn\u2019t just a problem in wealthy countries.<\/strong><br>Obesity is now rising sharply in low- and middle-income regions where, until recently, it was barely seen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why is this happening?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As economies and lifestyles change, so does the way we eat and move. <strong>Fast food, sugar, fatty snacks \u2014 they\u2019re cheaper and easier to get than real, healthy meals.<\/strong> Screens have replaced playgrounds, and life keeps getting faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>In some regions (like parts of Africa), the number of children under 5 with overweight has increased by nearly 50% in just the last 20 years.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And here\u2019s the worst part:<br><strong>Many kids today are both overweight and malnourished.<\/strong> They get <strong>plenty of calories<\/strong> \u2014 often too many \u2014 but <strong>not enough nutrition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their bodies are growing, but they\u2019re not getting what they truly need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Causes Overweight and Obesity in Kids?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main cause is an <strong>energy imbalance<\/strong> \u2014 kids are taking in more calories than they burn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It might sound like a simple thing, but it\u2019s the starting point of a very serious issue. <strong>There\u2019s still this myth floating around that \u201cthey\u2019ll grow out of it.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But the truth?<\/strong><br>Most kids with obesity stay obese into adulthood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many statistics that clearly confirm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li>Approximately <strong>55%<\/strong> of obese children remain obese during adolescence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approximately <strong>80%<\/strong> of obese adolescents stay obese into adulthood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approximately <strong>70%<\/strong> of obese adolescents remain obese after the age of 30.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>And here\u2019s the scary part:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obesity affects not just the body, but the mind too. It increases the risk of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>heart disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sleep apnea (a serious breathing disorder during sleep)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>some types of cancer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>high blood pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>early death or lifelong disability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>joint pain and movement problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>low self-esteem and emotional struggles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Many kids with overweight stop being active \u2014 they feel ashamed, can\u2019t keep up, or simply don\u2019t have the energy.<\/strong> And that only traps them in a vicious cycle of gaining more weight and feeling worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When Does the Risk of Obesity Begin?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Obesity doesn\u2019t show up overnight. It develops over time \u2014 shaped by family life, environment, and lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can start as early as <strong>pregnancy<\/strong>. For example, <strong>gestational diabetes increases the chances of a baby being born with a higher birth weight <\/strong>\u2014 and a higher risk of obesity later in life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It continues in <strong>childhood<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>when kids start forming eating habits<\/strong>. And more often than not, they carry those habits into adulthood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\">\u27a1\ufe0f At this age, it\u2019s crucial to <strong>limit foods high in sugar, fat, and salt.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And yes \u2014 we get it. Chubby babies are adorable. But that old myth that \u201ca fat baby is a healthy baby\u201d?<br><strong>It\u2019s just not true.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f The Problem Is Bigger Than Just the Plate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Obesity isn\u2019t only about what a parent puts on their kid\u2019s plate. <strong>It\u2019s influenced by<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>the family\u2019s economic situation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>access to quality food<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>urban vs. rural lifestyle<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>marketing and advertising<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>the school system<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>and overall education around health and nutrition<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids today live in a world where <strong>junk food is everywhere<\/strong> \u2014 and <strong>opportunities for natural movement are shrinking.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s a reality we have to start changing. Not by blaming, but by understanding. And by looking for real, practical ways to turn things around \u2014 together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Can You Tell If Your Child Is Overweight or Obese?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Obesity in children <strong>is not measured the same way as it is in adults.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Standard BMI doesn\u2019t give the full picture \u2014 because with kids, we have to factor in age and gender as their bodies are still growing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc69\u200d\u2695\ufe0f That\u2019s why the World Health Organization (WHO) created special growth charts and tables to help determine if a child\u2019s weight is in a healthy range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here are charts by age and sex:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"190\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/21-819x1024.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"BMI chart for girls 0 - 5 years old\" class=\"wp-image-190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/21-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/21-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/21-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/21.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"189\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/22-819x1024.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Weight chart for girls in age 0 - 5 years\" class=\"wp-image-189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/22-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/22-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/22-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/22.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"192\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/23-819x1024.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"BMI chart for boys in age 0 - 5 years\" class=\"wp-image-192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/23-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/23-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/23-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/23.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\" data-id=\"191\" src=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/24-819x1024.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Weight chart for body in age 0 - 5 years\" class=\"wp-image-191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/24-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/24-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/24-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/24.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udcdd Quick note on BMI charts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>above +1 \u2192 overweight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>above +2 \u2192 obesity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>below \u20131 \u2192 underweight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>below \u20132 \u2192 severe undernutrition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccc Not sure where your child stands?<\/strong><br>Talk to your pediatrician \u2014 prevention is always easier than treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Fight Childhood Obesity?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest: kids don\u2019t get to choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They don\u2019t choose where they grow up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They don\u2019t choose what ends up on their plate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They don\u2019t choose what\u2019s in the school cafeteria \u2014 or what they see in ads.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u27a1\ufe0f That\u2019s why it\u2019s on us \u2014 the adults \u2014 to step up and help them.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Childhood obesity is a societal issue, not just a parenting problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It has many causes, including:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the mother\u2019s diet during pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>excess unhealthy food available at home and in schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>aggressive marketing of sweets and processed products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>easy access to cheap fast food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>too few opportunities to move (like missing parks, public playgrounds, or affordable sports)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>What happens around our children shapes them. And if we want change, it has to start as a community, as a society. Parents, teachers, city planners, schools, the food industry \u2014 we all have a role to play.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 Change Starts at Home and from Birth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most powerful tool we have to fight childhood obesity is <strong>prevention<\/strong>. <strong>And it starts right at home.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>\u27a1\ufe0f Kids learn by watching \u2014 and they copy what they see in their parents.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to let go of the outdated idea that <strong>\u201ca chubby kid is a healthy kid\u201d or that \u201cthey\u2019ll grow out of it<\/strong>.\u201d It might sound harsh, but it\u2019s true:<strong> that\u2019s just a myth.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>\ud83d\udccc Statistics don\u2019t lie: Most children with obesity will carry it into adulthood.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if one or both parents are also obese, the chance of change without family support is very low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udf7c It Starts from Birth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Healthy habits begin in the very first months of life<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>timely and appropriate breastfeeding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>introducing nutritious first foods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>avoiding items high in sugar, salt, and fat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>using home-prepared meals adapted for babies \u2014 not prepackaged substitutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even toddlers should be eating a diverse and balanced diet \u2014 veggies, fruit, whole grains, legumes, nuts\u2026 All tailored to their age and stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without unnecessary additives or empty calories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83e\udd66 What About Later in Childhood?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduce processed foods and sugary drinks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase fruits, vegetables, whole grains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage daily movement \u2014 aim for at least 60 minutes a day.<br>(That can mean active play, biking, dancing, walking \u2014 whatever gets them moving)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udfaf And most importantly \u2014 teach them.<\/strong> Not just what to eat, <strong>but why<\/strong>. Help them understand hunger, fullness, taste, and how to listen to their own body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udfeb Schools and Preschools: Powerful Allies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids spend half their day in school or daycare. That\u2019s a <strong>huge opportunity to help them build healthy habits<\/strong> \u2014 for all kids, regardless of background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Schools can:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>serve healthy meals (more fruits and vegetables, fewer processed foods)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>teach nutrition \u2014 not just to kids, but to teachers and cafeteria staff too<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>build in active breaks between lessons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cut down on marketing and vending machines full of junk food<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>\ud83e\udde0 Kids are easily influenced.<\/strong> If they get to choose between candy and fruit, ads and sugar will win every time. But schools can absolutely guide them toward better choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfd9\ufe0f <strong>Cities Can Help Too<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Many neighborhoods lack public playgrounds, sports areas, or parks. And when they do exist, they\u2019re often paid, overcrowded, or hard to access.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, building infrastructure takes time \u2014 but that doesn\u2019t mean there aren\u2019t other ways to move. Even without a gym or playground, activity is possible anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udda4 <strong>The time you spend being active with your child is an investment in their health <\/strong>and that will always matter more than convenience or excuses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udfed What About the Food Industry?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The reality is simple: <strong>fast food, candy, and sugary drinks sell \u2014 because people keep buying them.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The more we buy, the more they produce. And the more ads kids see. <strong>The food industry won\u2019t change on its own. But public pressure works.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Buy quality<\/strong> food.<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Demand clear labels<\/strong> and honest nutrition info.<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Support brands that actually speak to kids in a responsible way<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce2 Marketing can be a force for good \u2014 but only if we start asking for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2705 Tips to Help Kids Build Healthy Habits<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Small steps lead to big change. And honestly, it\u2019s often <strong>the simple things that work best.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Try this:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Praise effort, not weight<\/strong> \u2014 celebrate that they\u2019re trying, not just the number on the scale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Move together <\/strong>\u2014 go for a walk, dance, play\u2026 whatever you both enjoy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Let them choose a fruit or veggie<\/strong> in the store \u2014 and try it together<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cook together <\/strong>\u2014 teach them the flavors and the process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eat together <\/strong>\u2014 kids naturally copy what they see<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve smaller portions<\/strong> \u2014 they can always ask for more if they\u2019re still hungry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use food as a reward <\/strong>\u2014 choose experiences, time, or shared fun instead<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water over sugary drinks <\/strong>\u2014 basic, but incredibly effective<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Less screen time<\/strong>, more shared activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure they get <strong>enough sleep<\/strong> \u2014 yes, even that affects weight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udecc Recommended sleep time by age:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4\u201311 months: 12\u201315 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u20132 years: 11\u201314 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3\u20135 years: 10\u201313 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6\u201313 years: 9\u201311 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>14\u201317 years: 8\u201310 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>\ud83e\udde0 Healthy habits can reduce the risk of obesity by up to 60%.<\/strong> That means lower risk of diabetes, sleep issues, high blood pressure, joint pain, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>But here\u2019s the thing \u2014 even healthy food can cause weight gain if there\u2019s too much of it.<\/strong> Yes, even if it\u2019s \u201cthe good stuff.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff1e6\"><strong>\ud83d\udccc It comes down to a simple rule: Energy in = Energy out for weight. Macro and micronutrients for health. To maintain a healthy weight, both sides of the equation matter.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcf2 <a href=\"https:\/\/nutrelino.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nutrelino<\/a> Can Help You With That<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Want to know how much energy (kcal), nutrients, and vitamins your child gets each day?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f With the Nutrelino app, it\u2019s easy to track \u2014 clearly and without stress. You just set your child\u2019s age, needs, and goals \u2014 and the app does the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re just getting started, you\u2019ve got this. Because every step counts. 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