Food Packaging and Nutrition Labelling for Human Health
A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutrition and Public Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 October 2026 | Viewed by 1407
Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The landscape of food packaging and nutrition labelling is rapidly evolving, offering exciting opportunities for research that bridges technology, consumer behaviour, and public health. From smart packaging that senses freshness to front-of-pack labels that nudge healthier choices, innovations are transforming how nutritional information is communicated. Systems like Nutri-Score not only influence consumer decisions, but also drive product reformulation across the food industry. At the same time, emerging discussions around nutrient bioavailability, visual design, and regulatory frameworks are reshaping the standards for effective labelling. This Special Issue of Nutrients invites cutting-edge research that explores these intersections, whether through empirical studies, policy analyses, or technological innovations. Join us in advancing the science behind how packaging and labelling can empower healthier lives.
Dr. Ayten Aylin Tas
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- front-of-pack (FOP) labelling
- Nutri-Score
- nutrition labelling
- food packaging innovation
- consumer health behaviour
- nutrient bioavailability
- smart packaging
- AI in food labelling
- health claims regulation
- visual communication design
- food reformulation
- labelling policy
- sustainable packaging
- nutritional information systems
- public health nutrition
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