The Nutriscore system, designed to help consumers make healthier choices in the supermarket, remains up in the air within the European Union. Although its implementation remains voluntary, the European Commission has delayed its possible adoption as mandatory nutritional labelling due to opposition from countries such as France and Italy.
France, despite having been one of the first countries to implement it, has begun to question its effectiveness, while Italy has openly rejected the system, arguing that it penalises traditional products such as olive oil or parmesan cheese.
For now, Nutriscore remains an optional tool, used in countries such as Spain, Germany or Belgium, but its future as a European standard is uncertain. The EU is seeking a solution that balances nutritional information with the protection of traditional products from each country.
Will it finally become the nutritional reference for Europe or will it remain a failed initiative?
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