Vol. 4 No. S1 (2020): Special Issue : Soy Plant-based and Fiber in Children’s Gut Health, Growth & Development

Introduction to the Special Issue World Nutrition Journal — Vol. 4 No. S1 (2020): Soy Plant-based and Fiber in Children’s Gut Health, Growth & Development This Special Issue of World Nutrition Journal (Volume 4, Supplement 1, May 2020) presents a curated selection of articles focused on the role of soy-based foods and dietary fiber in supporting children’s gut health, growth, and overall development. The collection includes both original research and perspective pieces that explore the nutritional benefits, practical applications, and technological considerations of plant-based soy products and dietary fiber in pediatric nutrition. Topics range from the opportunities and challenges of soy formula use in infancy, the impact of fiber on digestive function, to innovations in food technology for enhancing nutritional quality in children’s diets. This issue aims to provide evidence-based insights for clinicians, researchers, and nutrition professionals dedicated to improving child health through diet and functional food choices. We gratefully acknowledge Dr. Dian Novita Chandra, MGizi as the Guest Editor for this Special Issue. Under her editorial guidance, this supplement highlights the scientific and clinical relevance of plant-based nutrition and dietary fiber for child health, reinforcing the journal’s commitment to advancing high-quality research in global nutrition science

Published: 2020-05-06