The European Food Information Council (EUFIC) is launching its Switch to Whole Grains campaign with the support of the Whole Grain Initiative. The science-backed campaign takes place throughout the ...

Obesity is a multifactorial, chronic, relapsing, non-communicable disease marked by an abnormal and/or excessive accumulation of body fat that presents a risk to health. It is well established that ...

Obesity is a complex, multifactorial disease, defined as abnormal or excessive accumulation of fat that poses a health risk. 1 It has been recognised as a major public health concern and a significant ...

Overweight and obesity both describe conditions of excessive body fat that presents a risk to health. 2 Excessive fat deposits increase our risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, and ...

Brussels, 15 October 2024 - Today, EUFIC launches its interactive food labelling resource, making it easier for consumers to understand nutrition labels and to make healthier choices while grocery ...

Brussels, 15th October 2024 - The Zero Hidden Hunger EU project marks World Food Day (16th October) with the launch of a new Policy Lab, led by the European Public Health Alliance (EPHA). This ...

What are the latest developments? Science and technology are used to develop new ways of producing, processing or packaging food, to make it safer, healthier, more nutritious or tastier. Innovation in ...

Food processing is any method used to turn fresh foods into food products. This can involve one or a combination of the following: washing, chopping, pasteurising, freezing, fermenting, packaging and ...

Fats are important for good health and proper functioning of the body. They are an important source of energy, they enhance the absorption of fat soluble vitamins, and build all our cell membranes.

Labelling the nutritional content of food has become important not simply because the consumer has a right to know what is in food products, but also to help us make proper dietary choices so we can ...

When are fruit and vegetables in season across Europe? EUFIC has created a pioneering tool for you to explore and follow a more sustainable diet. On the map you will see Europe’s six climatic regions.