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.

In today’s world, ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are making up an increasing share of diets globally, contributing to various health issues due to their high sugar, salt, and unhealthy fat content. For example, in the UK, ultra-processed foods contribute around 66% of calorie intake among adolescents , highlighting their prevalence among younger generations​. The global shift toward highly processed foods means that even the average grocery store has become a challenging envir

A topic that I covered in two of my last health and nutrition presentations, one to an international school secondary class students and...