Acrylamide is a chemical naturally formed when starchy foods (e.g. bread, potatoes, biscuits, coffee) are baked, fried or roasted at high temperatures. Prolonged exposure to high levels of acrylamide ...

Laura joined EUFIC in 2002 as Scientific Advisor, and has since contributed to the growth of the organisation fulfilling different functions throughout the years. She leads the organisation since ...

Dive into the world of vitamins and minerals and find out how micronutrients work in our bodies and how we can get them from our diet!

Which micronutrient can help our bodies absorb iron better? Is the micronutrient content similar in raw and cooked foods? What are good food sources of vitamin D? Do you know the answers to these ...

Laura joined EUFIC in 2002 as Scientific Advisor, and has since contributed to the growth of the organisation fulfilling different functions throughout the years. She leads the organisation since ...

Laura joined EUFIC in 2002 as Scientific Advisor, and has since contributed to the growth of the organisation fulfilling different functions throughout the years. She leads the organisation since ...

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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.

Discover how you can make a positive impact on the environment and save on costs by evaluating your food waste habits! EUFIC's new food waste quiz is designed to help you evaluate your food waste ...

Starches are complex carbohydrates, found in staple foods like bread, pasta, potatoes, rice, couscous. In a balanced diet, starchy foods are our main source of energy, and it is recommended that about ...

On the one hand, the nutrients we consume can affect the way our genes are expressed; on the other, our genes are able to influence how our bodies respond to these nutrients. Personalised nutrition is ...