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Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

Is it safe to eat insects? How many cups of coffee can I have per day? How are human, animal and plant health connected? Can we determine animal welfare standards based on scientific evidence? Take a closer look at some of the key topics that EFSA, the European Food Safety Authority, works on to ensure safe food, through providing independent scientific advice to policy makers.

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0:18:15

Cost, origin, taste: what influences our food choices?

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/11/19

What’s most important to you when you buy food? Is it how much it costs, how it tastes, where it comes from or something else? In this episode, we’re exploring the results of our latest Eurobarometer survey, how the survey is conducted and what it tells us about our food choices. We’ll look at where we get our information about food and whether concerns over food safety vary across Europe. And we’ll learn how social science research at EFSA improves how food safety

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0:19:07

Episode 33 – Exposure matters: why the dose makes the...

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/10/15

Apple seeds contain cyanide, a deadly poison. And yet, eating an apple will not kill you. In fact, it’s considered a healthy snack! That’s because it’s not just about what’s toxic but how much of it you are exposed to. In this episode, we take a closer look at the differences between hazards and risks and what that means for dangers that may be lurking in our food and drinks. We will also discuss how different groups may be affected, from the youngest to eldest, and why

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0:14:34

Data vs stereotypes: what Europeans eat

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/09/17

What do Europeans eat? On this episode, we’re talking food consumption data – how it is collected, what it shows and why it’s so important. Come explore with us why good data is crucial for shaping nutrition policies and keeping food safe. We’ll put some stereotypes to the test - is it true that Italians eat the most pasta? And who eats the most chocolate? And we’ll hear why the future of food data collection could involve AI monitoring chips on our teeth! Tune in and dive

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0:20:12

Sizzling summers: BBQ safety served hot

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/08/13

Barbecues have been popular for centuries. Traditions vary around the world, but shared enjoyment of slow-cooked food is universal. Whether you prefer to cook over charcoal, woodchip, gas or an electric grill, food safety remains critical.In this episode, we look at how the safety of our BBQ equipment is assessed and tips for staying safe when grilling. We also discuss our favourite BBQ recipes along the way! Join us as we explore the magic of safe barbecue.Your opinion

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0:19:20

Food supplements: to add or not to add?

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/07/15

What are food supplements and do we need them? From sprays and soluble vitamins to fortified foods, we explore different ways to supplement our diets and the importance of sticking to recommended doses. Tune in to find out what supplements can and cannot do, and how their safety is assessed to help you make informed choices. Your opinion matters! Please take this brief survey to share your thoughts on our podcast.

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0:23:32

Science in action: the people behind food safety

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/06/06

What do regulatory scientists do every day? Where are their lab coats? As we celebrate World Food Safety Day on June 7 and this year’s theme of Science in Action, we’re hearing from the scientists who help keep food safe. Come join us as we surprise them at their desks to see what they’re working on. We’ll explore whether regulatory science can keep pace with new research and innovation, and we’ll investigate the new frontiers of food science to find out what lies ahead

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0:20:29

Egg-stra special: spring food traditions

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/04/23

With the arrival of spring comes another episode celebrating festive foods! This time, we are diving into one of the most widely consumed products across Europe – eggs. Whether decorative, chocolate, or boiled, eggs play a central role in many springtime celebrations. Curious about how to dye an egg? Or how to win at a game of egg tapping? Join us as we explore these traditions and share tips on storing and enjoying eggs safely. Your opinion matters! Please take this brief

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0:19:35

Never mind the buzzkill: How mosquitoes spread disease

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/03/18

Tiny killers. Mosquitoes are the most dangerous creatures on our planet. Millions of humans and animals die each year from diseases spread by mosquitoes and other insects. How do they spread these diseases? And how does climate change affect the trend? Join us as we explore the lives of some of the planet’s least popular insects and learn what we can all do to protect ourselves from bites. We also look at ways health authorities are working to combat these vector-borne

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0:26:15

Women in science: In their words

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/02/11

What is the reality of being a female scientist in Europe? In celebration of the International Day of Girls and Women in Science on 11 February, we’re exploring women in science. How far have we come in ensuring women’s voices are the norm in science? What does the journey toward greater female representation look like from the perspective of someone living it every day? To find out, we turned to our own Océane Albert, who shared her experiences as a former researcher, now

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0:13:59

Riding the wave: How shifting oceans shape our food

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2025/01/14

Oceans have long captivated our imagination. Think of swashbuckling pirates or bold explorers seeking far off lands. Today the oceans represent a new frontier. Beneath the seafloor lie precious minerals that could drive technological innovation. Ocean aquaculture could address sustainability issues from farming on land. Climate change is opening new sea routes for trade. But what are the risks for food safety? How could changing uses of the oceans affect our food supply

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0:14:04

Festive foods: What’s behind the traditions?

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/12/19

Food is always a key part of the festivals we celebrate at the end of the year. But what’s the meaning behind the traditions we attach to them? What foods are thought to bring wealth and good fortune? Why are some foods avoided? Join us as we journey through different countries and their culinary traditions. Listen in for some curious facts and even a few red herrings. You’ll also gather food safety tips along the way! Your opinion matters! Please take this brief survey to

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0:18:50

Food additives: Can I have your E number?

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/11/20

We’ve been looking for ways to preserve food for millennia. Salt helped many civilisations develop. We pickled food in vinegar and stored fruit in honey. But for what purpose are food additives used today? And how did the emergence of supermarkets change this? What about health risks? Join us as we take some foods off the shelves to investigate! Listen out for tips on maintaining a healthy diet and how to decipher what’s on your food labels.Your opinion matters! Please take

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0:16:55

Fighting Xylella, the silent plant killer

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/10/31

Olive trees are an iconic feature of the landscape and cultural heritage in southern Italy. But a deadly bacterium, Xylella fastidiosa, has left parts of the Apulia region looking like a wasteland. Is there any hope? Millions of trees are dead, and the bacterium threatens to spread further north, to other plant species too. What’s being done to stop its spread? What lessons can we learn? Join us to find out how scientists are fighting back and how green shoots of resistance

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0:17:00

Purrfect nutrition: What's on our animals' menus?

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/09/18

We love our pets. But how well do we understand their diets? What role do additives play in their feed? From improving animal nutrition and welfare, to boosting production on farms, to changing an animal’s appearance, feed additives have a huge range of uses and are a fascinating element of our animal’s diets. They even provide hope in the fight against climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from livestock. Come explore with us what’s on our animal’s menus and

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0:23:30

Fowl threat: is avian flu going viral?

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/07/17

Avian flu has decimated poultry and wild birds around the globe in recent years. The virus has now spread extensively among mammals, affecting more than 50 species from cats to sea lions. The disease was recently discovered in dairy cows in North America and some farm workers were infected, causing widespread alarm. Could this be the next pandemic? Can we stop it spreading? Will vaccination help? Join us as we investigate why avian flu is making headlines and what we can do

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0:17:34

Prepared for the unexpected

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/06/07

The EU has one of the safest food systems in the world. But food safety incidents can always happen. If they do, the EU is prepared to react quickly with immediate action. Identifying the source of foodborne disease outbreaks is crucial and national authorities act to ensure consumers are protected. Preparing for the unexpected is the theme of this year’s world food safety day. Join us to learn about the teams in place that respond to food safety incidents and how we stay

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0:18:40

Celiac disease: living without gluten

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/05/16

Over 5 million people in the EU live with celiac disease, a condition for which the only treatment is a gluten-free diet. Why do some people have it? We still don’t fully know. A tool for screening for proteins in foods is a new milestone. As we celebrate celiac disease awareness day, join us on this exploration of the gut and how research is shedding new insight into our diets, which could give hope for celiac disease and allergy patients. Your opinion matters! Please take

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0:22:10

A life leading on food safety

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/04/24

Food safety has come a long way since the years of numerous crises in the 1990s. The EU established an independent risk assessor at EU level and developed new ways of working. But is the current system enough to manage future threats to the health of humans, animals and the environment? Fake news, new technologies, future pandemics – what challenges and opportunities do they bring? Tune in to hear the views of one of the EU's leading figures on food safety.Your opinion

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0:21:48

Joining forces for humans, animals, environment: One...

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/03/13

Our wellbeing depends on the health of animals, plants and our environment. What affects one affects all the others, and increasingly so. A One Health perspective is about joining forces to find integrated solutions to common challenges such as climate change and antibiotic resistance. Join us for part II of o joint podcast episode on One Health with four other EU scientific agencies. Whether it's safeguarding access to life-saving medicines or combating the next pandemics,

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0:23:07

Joining forces for humans, animals, environment: One...

Science on the Menu: A Food Safety Podcast by EFSA ·

2024/02/14

Our wellbeing depends on the health of animals, plants and our environment. What affects one affects all the others, and increasingly so. A One Health perspective is about joining forces to find integrated solutions to common challenges such as climate change and antibiotic resistance. Join us to hear from experts at five EU scientific agencies about how we can put One Health into practice. Whether it's safeguarding access to life-saving medicines or combating the next

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