Alternative protein source to cover needs in early childhood
Meeting protein needs in early childhood requires balancing developmental demands with environmental sustainability. Alternative proteins may support this transition, but their nutritional adequacy, safety, and cultural acceptability must be ensured. Personalized nutrition strategies will be essential for guiding appropriate protein choices and promoting healthy growth during this formative period.
Authors
- Cristiana Berti (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4843-5452)
- Alessandra Mazzocchi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0291-2874)
- Silvia Bettocchi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9149-2087)
- Veronica D’Oria
Institutions
- University of Milan (IT)
- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico (IT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition & Metabolic Care
- Published
- 2026-01-06
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/mco.0000000000001205
- Primary Topic
- Insect Utilization and Effects
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00