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ReviewNutrients2024

Planetary Health Diet for Childhood Obesity Prevention: Integrating Nutritional Health with Environmental Stewardship.

Maria Vittoria Conti, Alessandra Vincenti, Alice Beretta, Valeria Calcaterra, Silvia Taranto, Marianna Diotti, Gianvincenzo Zuccotti, Hellas Cena

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Review in Nutrients, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 7 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

Each row is one number read from the abstract, on the scale the paper reported it, with its interval. Left of the dashed line favours the treatment, right favours the comparator. Under each row is the sentence it came from. New to these charts? A ten-minute tutorial.

The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

7 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

8 authors.

Maria Vittoria ContiLaboratory of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition, Department of Public Health, Experimental and Forensic Medicine, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy.
Alessandra VincentiLaboratory of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition, Department of Public Health, Experimental and Forensic Medicine, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-5142-1249
Alice BerettaLaboratory of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition, Department of Public Health, Experimental and Forensic Medicine, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-3090-1446
Valeria CalcaterraPediatric and Adolescent Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-2137-5974
Silvia TarantoPediatric Department, Buzzi Children's Hospital, 20154 Milano, Italy.ORCID 0009-0007-8113-5829
Marianna DiottiPediatric Department, Buzzi Children's Hospital, 20154 Milano, Italy.
Gianvincenzo ZuccottiPediatric Department, Buzzi Children's Hospital, 20154 Milano, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-2795-9874
Hellas CenaLaboratory of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition, Department of Public Health, Experimental and Forensic Medicine, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-5752-6199

Funding

National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP), Mission 4 Component 2 Investment 1.3-Call for tender No. 341 of 15 March 2022 of Italian Ministry of University and Research funded by the European Union-NextGenerationEU. CUP F13C22001210007
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundChildhood obesity is a critical public health challenge with a rising prevalence worldwide, contributing to numerous health risks and long-term societal burdens. Concurrently, climate change and environmental degradation demand sustainable approaches to dietary patterns. The Planetary Health Diet (PHD), initially designed for adults, emphasizes plant-based foods and sustainable practices.

objectivesThis review explores the suitability of the PHD for addressing childhood obesity by assessing its nutritional adequacy and proposing necessary adaptations for pediatric populations.

methodsA narrative review methodology was employed, examining data from global and regional nutritional guidelines and evaluating the PHD's bromatological composition against age-specific requirements.

resultsThe findings indicate that while the PHD aligns with environmental goals, it may not fully meet the energy and specific nutrient needs of children and adolescents without modifications. Key challenges include ensuring adequate intake of bioavailable protein, iron, calcium, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. Strategies such as incorporating fortified foods, optimizing food pairings, and gradual adaptation to high-fiber diets are critical for successful implementation. This review also highlights the importance of cultural adaptability, family involvement, and regional food systems in promoting adherence. Tailored interventions, such as school meal programs and educational initiatives, can bridge gaps in nutrition while fostering sustainable dietary behaviors.

conclusionsAdapting the PHD for pediatric needs presents an opportunity to integrate nutritional health with environmental stewardship, contributing to obesity prevention and a sustainable future. Further research is required to validate these adaptations and develop comprehensive frameworks for global implementation.

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Diet, HealthyPediatric ObesityAdolescentChildHumansNutritional StatusNutrition PolicychildrenEAT-Lancet Commissionobesityplanetary health dietsustainable diet

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PMCPMC11676438

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