We are thrilled to announce that all six sessions submitted by the International Life Sciences Institute for the 22nd International Union of Nutritional Sciences International Congress of Nutrition (IUNS-ICN) have been accepted. This prestigious event, set to take place in August 2025, brings together leading experts in nutrition science from around the world to discuss …
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Food Contact Materials (FCMs) play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and integrity of food products. However, regulatory requirements for FCMs vary significantly across different regions, posing challenges for global compliance and risk assessment. A new ILSI Europe paper addresses the areas for global harmonisation of risk assessment protocols for FCMs. …
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BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – A pivotal systematic review just published in Nutrition Reviews examines the impact of digestible and non-digestible carbohydrate consumption on toddlers’ health. Conducted by an international team of experts, the study highlights critical links between early dietary habits and long-term health outcomes. The research systematically evaluated 31 publications, including 20 cohort studies and 2 …
ILSI Europe is proud to announce the release of the publication “Food Allergen Precautionary Labelling: A Risk-Based Approach – Overview for Food Business Operators,” developed by the Food Allergy Task Force. This concise and practical document aims to enhance understanding and application of Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) in food allergen management. Aiming for safer, more …
A new ILSI Europe paper addresses the ambiguity of chemical contaminants BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Chemical contaminants in food represent a significant challenge for risk assessment and management. Definitions and interpretations differ among regulatory bodies and stakeholders. This ambiguity arises from a lack of consensus on what constitutes a “food contaminant” and on the criteria that …
Cognition encompasses mental processes such as attention, memory, understanding, and decision-making. They are all influenced by factors like genetics, environment, and nutrition. Emerging evidence suggests that prebiotics may impact cognition through the microbiota-gut-brain axis, potentially enhancing neurodevelopment, reducing neuroinflammation, and improving synaptic plasticity. However, human studies on this topic remain limited, with inconsistent findings due …
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BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Despite decades of research demonstrating the health benefits of prebiotics, the EU has yet to authorize the use of the term “prebiotic” in official health claims. A new paper, resulting from a workshop organized on October 25, 2023, addresses this challenge by outlining a strategic roadmap to gain regulatory recognition for prebiotics …
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As we enter 2025, we’re thrilled to present our annual portfolio, highlighting key initiatives and engagement opportunities that will drive our mission of science-based guidance in the food sector. Building on last year’s enthusiastic response to our proposals, four new Task Forces developped their activity roadmap and are now ready to kick-off expert groups. They …
A team of scientists from five European countries will adopt the latest advances in wearable technologies, molecular biology, and bioinformatics, to identify individuals with distinct patterns of blood glucose alterations who responding differently to diet. The GLUCOTYPES project – supported with 4 million euro from the European Innovation Council – is led by scientists at …
Food safety is a fundamental aspect of public health. Scientists across Europe ensure that the food we consume is free from contaminants and safe for consumption. Continuous research in food safety is crucial to address emerging challenges, enhance regulatory frameworks, and protect consumers from foodborne illnesses and health risks. On this World Food Safety Day, …
