The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has recently released an updated draft assessment that proposes a drastic reduction in the tolerable weekly intake (TWI) for dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in foods. The upda [...]
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Cambridge has revealed that hundreds of chemicals commonly found in pesticides and industrial products can severely compromise beneficial bacteria in the hu [...]
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have recently convened an expert consultation which provided a recommendation for a new Reference Dose (RfD) of 4 mg of gluten for cereals contain [...]
In a landmark ruling, the General Court of the European Union has deemed the European Commission's practice of automatically extending pesticide authorizations, including that of glyphosate and dimoxystrobin, without updated risk a [...]
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has recently released a comprehensive literature review examining the potential release of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) from food contact materials (FCMs) during their intended use. The [...]
A comprehensive study led by the University of Vigo has revealed alarming levels of pesticide contamination across European wheat fields, affecting even those cultivated under organic standards. This research, part of the Soild [...]
A comparative analysis of Chinese and EU regulatory frameworks on honey In recent years, debates over the authenticity of honey have repeatedly surfaced in European public discourse. Chinese honey has frequently been labe [...]
Managing microbial risks in plant-based dairy and meat alternatives: from raw material variability to effective processing and hygiene strategies across the supply chain. Introduction Consumers are increasingly opting for plant-bas [...]
While promoting sustainability, plant-based diets may increase mycotoxin exposure; new evidence shows contamination risks in meat and milk analogues and the need for updated regulations. [...]
