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Safefood undertakes a wide ranging programme of research and knowledge gathering in order to address gaps in scientific knowledge related to food safety, food hygiene, nutrition and healthy eating. This research is used to build the evidence base for developing communications that are supported by science that is clear, authoritative, relevant and independent.

Cutting Out Gluten

Nutritional issues associated with the gluten-free diet for those who do not need to avoid gluten for medical reasons.

Publication date: 29 January 2020

Do Nutrient and Health Claims Have an Impact on the Perceived Healthiness of Foods?

This research was commissioned to explore the impact of nutrition and health claims on consumers’ perceptions and portion size selection.

Publication date: 2 December 2019

A Survey of High-Protein Snack Foods

While many believe high-protein bars to be healthy, this survey found they are high in saturated fat and a source of added salt and sugar.

Publication date: 1 November 2019

Why Are Adults Giving Food Treats to Children?

Understanding treat food behaviours among adults who care for children on the island of Ireland.

Publication date: 24 October 2019

A Survey of Energy Drinks on the Island of Ireland

How has the sugar tax impacted the content of energy drinks?

Publication date: 1 October 2019



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