Federal Institute for Risk Assessment

Nutritional strategies for seasonal health transitions

16 clusters · 89 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Nutrition strategies to support the immune system in autumn

Health discussions regarding seasonal transitions highlight the link between nutritional deficiencies and physical or cognitive symptoms. Early reports suggest that decreasing daylight in autumn can lead to lower Vitamin

European mushroom foraging safety warnings

11 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Medical experts warn of fatal mushroom poisoning risks

Health experts and authorities in Central and Northern Europe continue to issue warnings regarding mushroom foraging risks. In the Czech Republic, mycological experts have highlighted the danger of heavy metal accumulati

Nutritional requirements during pregnancy

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Nutritional requirements and vitamin supplementation during pregnancy

Nutritional requirements for pregnant individuals increase to support maternal health and fetal development. Key nutrients of concern include iron, folic acid, iodine, and vitamins such as D and B12. Iron is necessary f

Hygiene risks of kitchen towels and household bacteria

11 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Kitchen hygiene: Risks of chemical residues and bacterial buildup

Concerns have been raised regarding the hygiene risks associated with kitchen towels, which may accumulate significant amounts of bacteria, food residues, and oils. Microbiologists have noted that towels can harbor patho

Youth nicotine health concerns and global regulatory shifts

50 clusters · 173 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Austria sees surge in nicotine pouch use among teenagers

Research in 2026 continues to link adolescent nicotine use to serious disease. Two cases of terminal lung cancer in women who began vaping at age 15 were reported in the UK, underscoring emerging clinical evidence of sev

European dietary supplement market growth and regulation

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: German health officials warn of vitamin deficiencies and supplement risks

The dietary supplement market in Europe is seeing significant growth and increased scrutiny regarding scientific efficacy and marketing practices. In Italy, the market has reached an annual value of 5 billion euros, fue

Rising respiratory virus activity in Germany

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Germany enters flu season amid rising respiratory illness visits

Germany is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 infection rates, evidenced by increased seven-day incidence and higher viral loads in wastewater. The current landscape is characterized by the presence of several variants, mos

Magnesium health benefits and supplementation

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Magnesium supplementation: Benefits, forms, and health impacts

Information regarding magnesium intake highlights its role in over 600 bodily reactions, including energy metabolism, muscle function, and nervous system health. The German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends a daily inta

European food safety and contamination alerts

107 clusters · 435 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Edeka and Marktkauf recall frozen blueberries due to Salmonella risk

European food safety authorities continue to manage significant contamination alerts involving various pathogens and physical hazards. A major Salmonella Stanley outbreak was linked to flavored instant noodles produced

Vitamin D deficiency and health impacts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Vitamin D levels and their impact on bone health

Vitamin D deficiency is identified as a global health concern linked to modern lifestyles and limited sun exposure. Low levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D can compromise calcium and phosphorus absorption, leading to musculosk

Magnesium health benefits and supplementation risks

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Health experts warn of magnesium side effects and vitamin roles in fatigue

Magnesium is an essential mineral responsible for hundreds of biochemical processes, including muscle and nerve regulation, energy production, protein synthesis, and blood pressure maintenance. Approximately 60% of the b

Health risks associated with ashwagandha supplements

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: UK woman suffers brain damage from ashwagandha supplements

Consumer protection groups and health agencies have raised alarms regarding the health risks associated with ashwagandha supplements. Initially, the organization Foodwatch warned that several brands were marketing the pl