Maria Silva

About

Maria Silva is a Professor at the University of Minho in Portugal. Her research focuses on the intersection of child health, dietary habits, and digital health literacy, as exemplified by her recent articles on resilience to misinformation, processed food consumption, and the impact of parental dietary practices on children's weight status. She is actively involved in studies that explore the socio-emotional development of children and the promotion of healthy lifestyles in early childhood.