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 ...

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.

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.

This article explains what is front-of-pack nutrition labelling and why it exists, and showcases some of the most common front-of-pack labels used in Europe.

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 ...

While there are differences between aerobic and anaerobic exercise, both are important for optimal health. Here we look into these two types of exercise.

Although chloride sounds similar to chlorine, the two should not be confused! Chloride is a mineral needed for many bodily functions, whereas chlorine is mainly used to keep swimming pools clean.

Understand the different functions that fats have in the human body and learn whether people comply with dietary recommendations on fats.

Sprinkled on top of your morning porridge, a tasty crunch to your salads, or a quick and delicious on-the-go snack: adding more nuts and seeds not only brings extra flavour and texture to your meals ...

Knowing how much of a food you should eat can be difficult. This infographic shows how to use your hands to measure the right portion sizes.

What is the Mediterranean diet? The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional eating habits from the 1960s of people from countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea, such as Greece, Italy, and ...