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This edition reflects the diversity at the heart of EUFIC’s work! New findings from the RESTRUCTURE project reveal that the texture of ultra-processed foods can influence how quickly we eat—and how ...
This article explains the major factors that influence our food choices with a focus on those we can change and discusses some successful interventions.
Understand the different functions that fats have in the human body and learn whether people comply with dietary recommendations on fats.
Nutrient information is commonly misunderstood by consumers. Food pyramids, and other dietary guidelines, provide simple messages on healthy eating.
What are dietary fats? Read about the classification of fats, their different characteristics, and functions in both, the body and food technology.
Evidence is mounting for the health benefits of physical activity, yet Europeans are not active enough. Here’s why they should.
How much protein do we need and what is the difference between animal and plant-based? Here we address all things proteins and their functions in the body.
At a time when diets can easily provide excessive energy without meeting the nutrient recommendations, understanding the composition of foods and concept of nutrient density can be a first step ...
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 ...
Behaviour is a key determinant of people’s health. This review presents approaches to behaviour change and highlights evidence of their effectiveness.
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.