SAFE sugar project qualified as best practice by DG SANTE
SAFE is glad to announce that its Sugar Project has been indexed by DG SANTE of the European Commission as “best practice” on its portal. More details about the practice can be found here.
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New study finding association between consumption of ultra-processed foods and cancer risk
A large prospective study from NutriNet-Santé prospective cohort further showed a correlation between ultra-processed foods and cancer. A 10% increase in the intake of ultra-processed foods was associated with a significant increase in risks of overall and breast cancer.
‘TOWARDS A COMMON FOOD POLICY FOR THE EUROPEAN UNION’: IPES-Food latest Report
Shaped by 400+ actors including SAFE during 3 years, IPES Food unveiled its blueprint for reforming European food systems (#CommonFoodPolicy). This enlightening report sheds light on current issues in food systems and makes proposals for sustainable food production, processing, distribution and consumption. Read it here.
Coca-Cola funds an Institute to influence obesity policy in China
While obesity rates in China are hitting records, the Coca-Cola Company is putting scientific evidence into Chinese policies to promoto exercise and downplay the role of diets in the strife against obesity, the Guardian reports. Yet another proof that independent and consumer-centered research is critical in every corner of the world.
UN stays silent on fat tax and labelling
Last week, the United Nations adopted a draft resolution on improving global nutrition. The agency called for improved education to tackle obesity, but remained silent on key issues like taxation and nutritional labelling. Read more here.
Action needed to ensure a higher level of protection from pesticides in Europe
An open letter of EU coalition of concerned citizens and NGOs calls EU regulators for a higher level of protection from pesticides by fulfilling the 15 manifesto demands. Read the manifesto here.
Joint letter on the EU delegated act on the measurement of food waste
The European Commission will soon adopt a delegated act establishing a common methodology for food waste measurement. However, it appears that the latest draft of the delegated act will not allow a full and accurate measurement of food waste. Thus, SAFE together with 21 other NGOs sent a joint letter to health Commissioner Vytenis Andriukaitis […]
New report points at reduction of animal products to initiate a Low-Carbon Transition in the food sector
Consumption of animal products such as meat and dairy has increased at an unprecedented pace since 1950s. Less animal products not only means healthier food, but also an earth-friendlier carbon footprint. Read Changing Markets’ full report here.
Rigorous Science, Safe Food, and a Healthy Environment – A Manifesto
The European Union has one of the best regulations for pesticides in the world – in theory. But it is not implemented in practice. SAFE has joined the new “Citizens for Science in Pesticide Regulation” Coalition, which has launched a manifesto to call for reform on Pesticide legislation. Read the full manifesto of the Coalition […]
Tackling Childhood Obesity in the EU: Prospects and Challenges
Floriana Cimmarusti, Secretary General of SAFE, will speak publicly in The international “Tackling Childhood Obesity in the EU: Halting the Rise through Prevention and Closer Collaboration” Symposium on October 30th. Registration and information can be found here.