Tag: European union regulations

According to a 2017 study in *Nutrition Journal*, the average added sugar intake for adults in Europe is lower than in the United States, hovering around 7-11% of total energy intake. This statistic begs the question: does food in Europe have less sugar across the board, and what factors contribute to this difference?

While often thought of as outright banned, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is heavily restricted or subject to market quotas in places like the European Union. The reasons for this widespread avoidance range from significant health concerns linked to excessive consumption to economic and agricultural policies.

According to a 2022 survey by Food Supplements Europe, almost nine out of ten European consumers have taken food supplements in their lifetime, but the picture for specific supplements like probiotics is more nuanced. This article delves into the specific question, 'Do Europeans take probiotics?' by examining regional variations, regulatory impacts, and popular consumption methods across the continent.