http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Wed, 20 May 2026 17:01:36 +0200 Wed, 20 May 2026 17:01:36 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/05/20/who-in-europe-offers-free-school-meals-and-can-they-improve-classroom-behaviour http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/05/20/who-in-europe-offers-free-school-meals-and-can-they-improve-classroom-behaviour Wed, 20 May 2026 17:01:24 +0200 Scientists say universal free school meals can reduce out‐of‐school suspensions in both elementary and secondary schools. Which European countries offer free school meals? http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/05/14/eating-vegetables-in-pregnancy-may-influence-childrens-tastes-later-study-finds http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/05/14/eating-vegetables-in-pregnancy-may-influence-childrens-tastes-later-study-finds Thu, 14 May 2026 07:00:28 +0200 A new international study suggests children may respond more positively to flavours they were exposed to during pregnancy, which could help parents trying to encourage healthy eating. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/05/03/what-do-the-children-of-people-who-live-to-100-eat-new-study-offers-clues http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/05/03/what-do-the-children-of-people-who-live-to-100-eat-new-study-offers-clues Sun, 03 May 2026 07:30:17 +0200 Children of centenarians scored relatively well on diet quality, yet still fell short of recommended intake levels for several foods. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/04/25/beer-may-contain-more-vitamin-b6-than-scientists-previously-thought http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/04/25/beer-may-contain-more-vitamin-b6-than-scientists-previously-thought Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:00:22 +0200 A new study suggests that a pint fo beer contains a surprisingly meaningful amount of vitamin B6 – and that an alcohol-free version may actually be one of the better options for getting it. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/02/16/intermittent-fasting-offers-no-greater-weight-loss-than-standard-diets-study-finds http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/02/16/intermittent-fasting-offers-no-greater-weight-loss-than-standard-diets-study-finds Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:43:14 +0100 A new study found that weight loss from fasting was barely greater than doing nothing, and similar to results from traditional dietary advice. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/12/30/new-study-says-universal-school-meals-could-cut-hunger-and-halve-diet-related-emissions http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/12/30/new-study-says-universal-school-meals-could-cut-hunger-and-halve-diet-related-emissions Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:43:42 +0100 Researchers say measures to extend school meal coverage from the current level of about one in five children to all children worldwide could reduce the overall prevalence of undernourishment by around 24 percent. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/12/12/vegetarian-and-vegan-diets-can-be-healthy-for-kids-study-finds-but-theres-a-catch http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/12/12/vegetarian-and-vegan-diets-can-be-healthy-for-kids-study-finds-but-theres-a-catch Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:01:26 +0100 Children on plant-based diets may need to take supplements or eat fortified foods to get enough key nutrients, researchers said. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/11/14/ultra-processed-foods-could-be-driving-up-colorectal-cancers-among-young-people-scientists http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/11/14/ultra-processed-foods-could-be-driving-up-colorectal-cancers-among-young-people-scientists Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:55:46 +0100 Women who ate the most ultra-processed foods had a higher risk of developing polyps that can lead to cancer compared with women who ate the least. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/10/20/what-age-should-you-give-your-children-peanuts-this-guidance-helped-60000-kids-avoid-aller http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/10/20/what-age-should-you-give-your-children-peanuts-this-guidance-helped-60000-kids-avoid-aller Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:01:56 +0200 A new study indicates a shift in medical guidance around food allergens has paid off. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/10/11/gut-health-is-all-the-rage-experts-share-5-tips-to-sort-fact-from-fiction http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/10/11/gut-health-is-all-the-rage-experts-share-5-tips-to-sort-fact-from-fiction Sat, 11 Oct 2025 08:00:40 +0200 Euronews Health breaks down how to differentiate the hype from reality when it comes to the science on gut health. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/10/08/calorie-labelling-rules-on-menus-dont-prompt-restaurants-to-make-healthy-changes-study-fin http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/10/08/calorie-labelling-rules-on-menus-dont-prompt-restaurants-to-make-healthy-changes-study-fin Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:17:40 +0200 The findings deal the latest blow to England’s calorie labelling rules. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/09/20/are-ultra-processed-foods-all-that-bad-what-we-know-and-some-simple-swaps-to-boost-your-di http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/09/20/are-ultra-processed-foods-all-that-bad-what-we-know-and-some-simple-swaps-to-boost-your-di Sat, 20 Sep 2025 07:00:01 +0200 A well-balanced diet is about much more than determining whether certain foods are ultra-processed or not. But if you want to simplify your diet, here’s where to start. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/09/15/another-mediterranean-diet-benefit-better-gum-health-say-uk-scientists http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/09/15/another-mediterranean-diet-benefit-better-gum-health-say-uk-scientists Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:00:38 +0200 Our teeth and gums have a major impact on our overall health. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/28/pumpkin-spice-latte-season-is-back-are-they-healthy-and-why-do-they-taste-of-autumn http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/28/pumpkin-spice-latte-season-is-back-are-they-healthy-and-why-do-they-taste-of-autumn Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:00:37 +0200 Starbucks has pressed the fast-forward button on autumn: the Pumpkin Spice Latte is back. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/25/genetics-can-raise-dementia-risks-but-the-mediterranean-diet-may-counter-them-study-finds http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/25/genetics-can-raise-dementia-risks-but-the-mediterranean-diet-may-counter-them-study-finds Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:24:58 +0200 People who follow a Mediterranean-style diet are less likely to develop dementia and have slower cognitive decline, new research shows. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/23/inside-berlins-monk-garden-that-grows-edible-and-medicinal-plants http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/23/inside-berlins-monk-garden-that-grows-edible-and-medicinal-plants Sat, 23 Aug 2025 08:01:29 +0200 The ‘Monk Garden’ organises long table dinners prepared by a fine dining chef, workshops and seminars where people can try and learn about edible and medicinal plants. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/21/green-kiwis-earn-eus-first-ever-fruit-health-claim-for-keeping-you-regular http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/21/green-kiwis-earn-eus-first-ever-fruit-health-claim-for-keeping-you-regular Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:09:20 +0200 Kiwis are now EU-certified to keep your digestive system on schedule, becoming the first fresh fruit to get the bloc’s green light for health benefits. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/07/potatoes-could-raise-your-risk-of-type-2-diabetes-but-how-you-prepare-them-matters-study-f http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/07/potatoes-could-raise-your-risk-of-type-2-diabetes-but-how-you-prepare-them-matters-study-f Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:30:32 +0200 Eating more potatoes was tied to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes risks in a study that spanned three decades – and French fries were the main culprit. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/06/obesity-can-be-passed-from-parents-to-children-but-do-mothers-or-fathers-genes-matter-more http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/08/06/obesity-can-be-passed-from-parents-to-children-but-do-mothers-or-fathers-genes-matter-more Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:00:19 +0200 A new study suggests mothers’ genes could play an indirect role in shaping their children’s health, even when they aren’t passed on. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/07/14/fibremaxxing-why-nutrition-experts-can-actually-get-behind-tiktoks-latest-wellness-trend http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/07/14/fibremaxxing-why-nutrition-experts-can-actually-get-behind-tiktoks-latest-wellness-trend Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:00:13 +0200 A wellness trend on TikTok is advocating eating as much fibre as possible. For once, nutrition experts actually agree. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/07/11/how-to-make-healthy-snacks-a-habit-when-your-energy-drops-at-work http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/07/11/how-to-make-healthy-snacks-a-habit-when-your-energy-drops-at-work Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:38:46 +0200 Reaching for crisps or your fourth cup of coffee doesn’t have to be inevitable. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/06/11/does-coffee-fight-ageing-what-the-science-really-shows-about-coffee-being-good-for-your-he http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/06/11/does-coffee-fight-ageing-what-the-science-really-shows-about-coffee-being-good-for-your-he Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:23:15 +0200 Coffee comes with some health benefits, but that doesn’t mean aficionados should drink as much as they want. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/28/diets-rich-in-ultra-processed-foods-linked-to-higher-risk-of-early-death-new-study-warns http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/28/diets-rich-in-ultra-processed-foods-linked-to-higher-risk-of-early-death-new-study-warns Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:08:17 +0200 Experts said more research is needed to determine whether ultra-processed foods directly raise the risk of premature death – or if they are simply a “bystander” with other factors to blame. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/17/spain-to-ban-fatty-foods-and-require-fresh-vegetables-in-schools-to-curb-child-obesity http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/17/spain-to-ban-fatty-foods-and-require-fresh-vegetables-in-schools-to-curb-child-obesity Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:46:08 +0200 The rules come amid concerns that children from lower-income families are struggling to eat well, creating health disparities. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/17/if-you-can-finish-a-meal-in-20-minutes-or-less-it-might-be-time-to-slow-down-heres-why http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/17/if-you-can-finish-a-meal-in-20-minutes-or-less-it-might-be-time-to-slow-down-heres-why Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:12:24 +0200 Experts tend to focus on which foods can improve your health, but the speed at which you devour your dinner matters too. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/06/move-over-mediterranean-diet-experts-say-this-east-african-diet-could-be-key-to-better-hea http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/04/06/move-over-mediterranean-diet-experts-say-this-east-african-diet-could-be-key-to-better-hea Sun, 06 Apr 2025 11:32:49 +0200 The study asked people to switch their diets for two weeks, and then tracked changes to their immune and metabolic systems. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/29/does-your-child-take-dietary-supplements-consider-skipping-them-german-consumer-group-says http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/29/does-your-child-take-dietary-supplements-consider-skipping-them-german-consumer-group-says Sat, 29 Mar 2025 10:00:33 +0100 A German consumer group flagged issues with 17 of the 18 common supplements it tested. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/24/want-to-live-better-in-old-age-scientists-advise-following-these-eating-habits http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/24/want-to-live-better-in-old-age-scientists-advise-following-these-eating-habits Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:40:14 +0100 A new large-scale study tracked people’s dietary habits and health outcomes from midlife to about age 70. This is what they found out. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/14/lower-risk-of-diabetes-to-bone-fractures-what-are-the-benefits-and-drawbacks-of-being-vege http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/14/lower-risk-of-diabetes-to-bone-fractures-what-are-the-benefits-and-drawbacks-of-being-vege Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:00:59 +0100 Experts for a French agency spent five years on a literature review and dietary intake recommendations for vegetarians. Here’s what they have to say. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/11/youre-more-likely-to-die-from-these-health-issues-if-you-eat-a-lot-of-ultra-processed-food http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/11/youre-more-likely-to-die-from-these-health-issues-if-you-eat-a-lot-of-ultra-processed-food Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:45:44 +0100 In some parts of Europe, ultra-processed foods make up a large and growing part of people’s diets to the detriment of their health. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/10/should-you-eat-before-during-or-after-exercising-experts-weigh-in http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/10/should-you-eat-before-during-or-after-exercising-experts-weigh-in Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:29:57 +0100 Experts offer tips to maximise gains post-workout. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/06/butter-linked-to-higher-death-risk-while-plant-based-oils-may-boost-health http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/06/butter-linked-to-higher-death-risk-while-plant-based-oils-may-boost-health Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:00:06 +0100 The study identified a significantly lower risk of premature death among people who ate a lot of plant-based oils over three decades. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/02/26/scientists-have-discovered-a-new-health-benefit-from-the-worlds-most-consumed-drink http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/02/26/scientists-have-discovered-a-new-health-benefit-from-the-worlds-most-consumed-drink Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:22:48 +0100 Brewing tea can act as filter against potentially harmful heavy metals in drinking water, a new study has found. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/02/07/eating-just-one-egg-a-week-could-be-enough-to-lower-your-risk-of-dying-from-heart-disease http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/02/07/eating-just-one-egg-a-week-could-be-enough-to-lower-your-risk-of-dying-from-heart-disease Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:30:30 +0100 Those who reported consuming up to six eggs per week showed a 29 per cent lower risk of cardiovascular disease-related death. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/22/drinking-sparkling-water-could-play-a-role-in-aiding-weight-loss-new-study-claims http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/22/drinking-sparkling-water-could-play-a-role-in-aiding-weight-loss-new-study-claims Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:54:57 +0100 A balanced diet and regular exercise remain the main leverages if you want to lose weight, the researchers noted. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/22/eating-too-much-red-meat-linked-to-an-increased-risk-of-dementia-and-cognitive-decline http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/22/eating-too-much-red-meat-linked-to-an-increased-risk-of-dementia-and-cognitive-decline Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:15:06 +0100 Could consuming large amounts of processed red meat be bad for your brain? New research suggests it might. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/15/us-regulator-bans-red-dye-no-3-from-food-supply http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/15/us-regulator-bans-red-dye-no-3-from-food-supply Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:23:23 +0100 The substance has been restricted in the European Union for decades. http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/06/mushroom-mycelium-as-sustainable-protein-inside-europes-leading-alternative-protein-resear http://www.euronews.com/health/2025/01/06/mushroom-mycelium-as-sustainable-protein-inside-europes-leading-alternative-protein-resear Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:29:15 +0100 At a Technical University of Denmark lab, researchers are exploring the potential for fungi to be used as meat and seafood replacements. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/12/27/frozen-vegetables-spices-and-stews-experts-share-their-tips-to-embrace-good-winter-nutriti http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/12/27/frozen-vegetables-spices-and-stews-experts-share-their-tips-to-embrace-good-winter-nutriti Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:00:07 +0100 Dieticians and food experts say winter is a great time to experiment with your food. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/12/19/eu-wine-help-group-counsels-low-and-no-alcohol-options http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/12/19/eu-wine-help-group-counsels-low-and-no-alcohol-options Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:41:51 +0100 A reflection group has encouraged the EU executive to explore new rules for the growing market of no and low-alcohol (NoLo) wine products. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/12/09/eating-ultra-processed-foods-linked-to-higher-amounts-of-fat-in-muscles http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/12/09/eating-ultra-processed-foods-linked-to-higher-amounts-of-fat-in-muscles Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:05:37 +0100 More fat stored in the thigh muscles may increase the risk of osteoarthritis in knees, researchers said. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/25/european-consumers-baffled-by-food-labelling-spaghetti http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/25/european-consumers-baffled-by-food-labelling-spaghetti Mon, 25 Nov 2024 18:35:33 +0100 Lack of EU actions has led to an overwhelming array of labels and claims, leaving consumers struggling to make informed choices, according to EU auditors. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/25/calorie-labels-on-the-menu-may-not-be-enough-to-prompt-people-to-eat-healthier-study-finds http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/25/calorie-labels-on-the-menu-may-not-be-enough-to-prompt-people-to-eat-healthier-study-finds Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:00:48 +0100 The policy was enacted in 2022 in an attempt to reduce England’s obesity rate but researchers say it may take more time for menu labels to make a difference. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/19/animal-or-plant-eu-countries-at-odds-over-protein-strategy http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/19/animal-or-plant-eu-countries-at-odds-over-protein-strategy Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:37:39 +0100 A renewed call by EU agriculture ministers to boost local protein production has sparked a divide over the direction of a forthcoming policy initiative. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/01/world-war-2-sugar-restrictions-linked-to-reduced-risks-of-diabetes-and-hypertension http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/01/world-war-2-sugar-restrictions-linked-to-reduced-risks-of-diabetes-and-hypertension Fri, 01 Nov 2024 18:11:11 +0100 Limiting sugar intake from conception through early childhood was linked to lower risks of type 2 diabetes and hypertension, a new study found. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/01/us-expert-advises-how-europe-should-name-fake-meat http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/11/01/us-expert-advises-how-europe-should-name-fake-meat Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:06:42 +0100 Although not yet approved for sale in the EU, lawmakers will be soon decide how to label lab-grown meat. In an interview with Euronews, a US expert proposes a solution for how to name this novel product. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/10/29/colossal-risk-to-public-health-ngos-warn-about-risk-of-mercury-in-canned-tuna http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/10/29/colossal-risk-to-public-health-ngos-warn-about-risk-of-mercury-in-canned-tuna Tue, 29 Oct 2024 17:13:11 +0100 French NGOs are raising the alarm about mercury concentration in canned tuna after an investigation found the metal in all samples taken. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/10/28/mcdonalds-e-coli-outbreak-what-we-know-about-the-source-of-food-poisoning-in-us http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/10/28/mcdonalds-e-coli-outbreak-what-we-know-about-the-source-of-food-poisoning-in-us Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:41:56 +0100 An E. coli outbreak linked to the fast food chain McDonald's has impacted people in 13 US states. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/08/25/number-of-microplastics-in-soda-bottles-found-to-increase-the-more-you-open-them-to-drink http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/08/25/number-of-microplastics-in-soda-bottles-found-to-increase-the-more-you-open-them-to-drink Sun, 25 Aug 2024 11:49:21 +0200 A new report found a number of micro and nanoplastics in soda bottles, with the number increasing based on how many times the bottle was opened. http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/08/21/too-much-of-a-good-thing-intermittent-fasting-may-help-heal-cells-but-increases-cancer-ris http://www.euronews.com/health/2024/08/21/too-much-of-a-good-thing-intermittent-fasting-may-help-heal-cells-but-increases-cancer-ris Wed, 21 Aug 2024 18:11:32 +0200 Intermittent fasting can boost the regenerative abilities of intestinal stem cells, a new study on mice showed, but it also had some downsides.