This year has served as a stark reminder of the need for a resilient, sustainable, and healthy food system.
As many consumers turn to healthier food options in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, policymakers continue to tackle the eternal question of how to achieve the “triple challenge” of simultaneously providing a secure supply of nutritious food while also protecting the livelihoods of those in the food chain and the environment.
Evidence suggests that whole-grain foods can go some way to contributing to this goal, with studies showing that they are a win-win for both health and the environment.
In this Event Report, EURACTIV explores the potential of whole-grains for meeting the current challenges facing our food system, and how best the EU can capitalise on this potential.
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Wholegrains slash risk of death by up to 24%, says UN food branch
Regular consumption of whole-grains significantly reduces the risk of death, a recent paper by the food branch of the United Nations found, with stakeholders now calling for more action to promote whole-grains as part of a healthy diet.
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Food systems have much to gain from whole grains, says expert
Whole grains are a staple part of our diet but they can also play a key role in addressing our most pressing environmental challenges, including transitioning to a less meat intensive diet, according to a cereals expert.
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The unsung superhero – whole grain
Every year, 11 million people across the globe die due to poor diet. A recent research review in the Lancet suggests that nutrition is a bigger health risk than smoking or high blood pressure. According to …