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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Erfahren Sie mehr über unsere neuesten Aktivitäten und werfen Sie einen Blick auf unsere Food Facts-Zusammenfassungen, um falsche Informationen über Lebensmittel und Gesundheit in den Medien zu ...

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.

¿Por qué comemos lo que comemos? La elección de los alimentos hace referencia a cómo decidimos los productos que vamos a comprar y consumir. Es posible que nos fijemos en el precio si debemos ...

Sustainable food production is good for the environment. Ensuring a sustainable supply of food for the world's fast growing population is a major challenge. There is a growing demand for the public to ...

Cardiovascular disease (CVD’s) is a group of disorders related to the heart and blood vessels. Atherosclerosis causing the narrowing of the blood vessels, thrombosis causing a clot to form, and ...

Health claims and symbols on food labels identify additional health or nutritional benefits of food products. Nutrition claims state a positive effect due to the food’s nutrients, e.g., ‘reduced fat’, ...