The conference aims to:

expose how the uterine environment exerts important ‘programming’ effects on the foetus, triggering biological responses which increase the risk of modern diseases and may have lifelong consequences

explore unexpected causes of obesity. Are messages intended to tackle obesity outdated and misleading? Discover how nutritional and lifestyle strategies can be successfully employed to prevent and manage weight gain in childhood

highlight how nutritional interventions have been successfully employed in modifying mood, behaviour and learning ability

examine why allergies have increased and which nutritional agents show best evidence when supporting immune and digestive function in children and teenagers

demonstrate evidence-informed and cost-effective nutritional strategies which can be implemented by parents, teachers and providers of children’s healthcare services

reveal how to manage ‘treats’ and influence taste preferences in children ??encourage discussion between participants and develop networking

opportunities between the private and public sectors.