EUFIC carried out the second part of its online Communication Lab on sweeteners: an interactive, three‑hour workshop designed ...

The carnivore diet has gained attention as an extreme way to eat. Some proponents claim it’s the ultimate diet for health and weight loss, but does the science support these claims?

The ketogenic diet, often shortened to “keto”, has been promoted as an effective method that can help with weight loss, hunger control, and overall health. But is it really a healthy and effective ...

Intermittent fasting is one of the most popular nutrition trends in recent years. But is this diet a new revolutionary way to lose weight and improve health? We’ll start with the facts, then look at ...

Nutrient information is commonly misunderstood by consumers. Food pyramids, and other dietary guidelines, provide simple messages on healthy eating.

This article explains the major factors that influence our food choices with a focus on those we can change and discusses some successful interventions.

Behaviour is a key determinant of people’s health. This review presents approaches to behaviour change and highlights evidence of their effectiveness.

The best before and use by date labels are the most widely used types of date labelling on food in Europe. This article explains the difference between these types of date label and which food ...

Just a pinch of table salt can contain up to 400 mg of sodium, but this mineral is naturally present in many other foods. While sodium does a lot of good for our bodies, too much of it can get us in ...

Evidence is mounting for the health benefits of physical activity, yet Europeans are not active enough. Here’s why they should.

In Europe, the average consumption of fruit and vegetables is 386 g per day. Discover the factors influencing our consumption and how to increase it.