Codex adopts new guidance on precautionary allergen labelling, reinforcing the case for risk assessment
The Codex Alimentarius Commission adopted new international guidelines on precautionary allergen labelling on 6 July 2026, marking a shift towards a risk-based approach to “may contain” statements. Under the guidance, precautionary allergen labelling (PAL) should only be used once a risk assessment […]
PRODARE: a new framework to improve human studies on probiotics
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – PRODARE: a new framework to improve human studies on probiotics The PRODARE (PRObiotic human study Design And REporting) recommendations provide a structured framework to improve the design, conduct, and reporting of human studies involving probiotics. Developed by […]
Prebiotic Research & Development: Key Considerations for Prebiotic Validation and Health Claim Substantiation
Prebiotics form a high-potential category in the health and nutrition space, with expanding evidence linking their intake to not only digestive health, but also metabolic, immune and cognitive health. However, substantiating prebiotic status and health […]
ILSI Europe Annual Report 2025: Advancing Science Through Collaboration
ILSI Europe is proud to present its Annual Report 2025, showcasing a year of scientific excellence, cross-sector collaboration, and impactful contributions to food safety, nutrition, and sustainability. In a context where fostering trust in science […]
Insights from the Metabolic Health Workshop
Earlier this month, ILSI Europe convened a scientific workshop titled “Shaping Metabolic Health: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists, Prebiotics and the Gut-Brain Axis“, bringing together leading experts from academia, clinical research and industry. Over the course of […]
Plant-based infant formula: experts call for targeted research and better safety testing
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – A new workshop report on Plant-Based Proteins for Infant Formula is published in Frontiers in Nutrition. The proceedings summarize the outcomes of a multidisciplinary expert workshop hosted by ILSI Europe in November […]