Every day, consumers make dozens of food choices in supermarkets. But are these decisions always based on the information we have? Nutri-Score is a front-of-pack nutrition label used in several European countries to help people quickly compare the nutritional quality of packaged foods. In this article, I explore what Nutri-Score is, the science behind it, its benefits and its limitations.

Nutrition influences much more than body weight. Every meal affects metabolism, immune function, the gut microbiome, blood sugar regulation and the body's inflammatory processes. While no single food can cause or cure chronic inflammation on its own, the dietary pattern you follow over months and years can influence whether your body maintains a healthy inflammatory balance or gradually shifts towards chronic low-grade inflammation. The encouraging news is that food is one of