Should a child eat before swimming? The latest medical advice
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The myth that you must wait 30 to 60 minutes after eating to swim has persisted for decades, but major medical and safety organizations have debunked this old belief. According to the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council, eating before swimming does not increase the risk of drowning. Instead, the real focus for parents should be on providing the right type of nutrition for energy and comfort, while always ensuring vigilant supervision in the water.
