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Here you can explore our research outputs which cover the food chain, food allergies, food marketing, microbiology and food hygiene, food skills and reviews, nutrition and obesity.
Building ‘Sustainability’ into National Healthy Eating Guidelines
Review of international practice and practical implications for policy.
Fiscal and Pricing Policies Related to Food and Non-alcoholic Drinks
Safefood commissioned this review of the evidence on fiscal and pricing strategies for food and non-alcoholic drinks to identify gaps in knowledge and set out policy recommendations relevant to the island of Ireland.
A Compendium of Food Chain Statistics for the Island of Ireland
A detailed collection of food chain statistics for both Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Portion Control Tools - Do They Work in Practice?
Eating large portions of certain foods has been linked with consuming too much energy and with weight gain. However, there is little awareness of what constitutes an appropriate portion size. Safefood commissioned this research to test the acceptability of using a 200ml marked measuring cup in the family setting on the island of Ireland.
Food Supplements - Exploring Our Reasons For Taking Them
Most people get enough vitamins and minerals from their diet, yet 30% of people on the island of Ireland report taking food supplements. This research examined why people are taking these supplements to help inform guidance to the public.
Prepared Convenience Foods and Associated Food Safety Risks
This investigation of consumer interactions with pre-prepared convenience foods underscores the need for clearer packaging information and targeted consumer education to improve associated food safety practices.
Children's Diets on the Island of Ireland
The role of snacking and treat foods in the diets of children aged 2-12 years on the island of Ireland. A secondary analysis of dietary survey data.
Plant-Based Dairy Alternatives
The nutritional content of plant-based dairy alternatives to milk, cheese and yogurt, available online from a range of supermarkets on the island of Ireland.
Use of Antimicrobials in Animal Health on the Island of Ireland
This research project investigated antimicrobial use practices among farmers and veterinarians in meat and dairy production sectors across Ireland.
The Socioeconomic Cost of Food Hypersensitivity on the Island of Ireland
What is the burden of having a food hypersensitivity on individuals and their families? What are the financial costs of coeliac disease? How does a food allergy impact on quality of life?
