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KRT TV | Adjusting labels on store shelves!
We discussed the new regulations on milk and dairy products, the restrictions on labels, and food literacy. We also explained the differences between STT and TETT. Watch the video below to learn important details about food labeling and plant-based products!

Agro TV Food360 | Sustainable Nutrition, Packaged Foods, and Healthy Diets
We discussed what sustainable nutrition is, the effects of packaged foods on health, common misconceptions about diets, and the key points of healthy eating. Learn important information about conscious eating habits with recommendations from dietitians and food engineers.

Sözcü Newspaper | Which diseases does a plant-based diet protect us from?
Ebru Akdağ, Chair of the Plant-Based Foods Association Board of Directors, highlighted the health benefits of a diet that limits animal-based foods such as meat, dairy, and eggs, and emphasizes foods like vegetables, fruits, legumes, grains, and nuts. Today, healthy eating trends are changing rapidly. Plant-based diets are among the

Habertürk | Are toxic substances in food carcinogenic?
Exceeding pesticide and aflatoxin limits in exported products not only causes an export crisis but also poses significant risks to human health. Food Engineer Ebru Akdağ said that high pesticide intake causes serious health problems such as cancer, hormonal disorders, Parkinson’s disease, and weakening of the immune system, while aflatoxin

Agro TV Food360 | Sustainability in Food
What is Sustainability?, The Harmful Effects of Food Waste, Supply Chain Management for Sustainability in Food, and Food Safety were discussed in a wonderful conversation.

Food Digital Magazine | Back to the Future
I am Ebru Akdağ, President of BİTKİDEN and Member of the Board of Directors of the Istanbul Branch of Food Engineers. I am also a doctoral candidate in communication, fully aware of the critical role of accurate communication in the fields of food, nutrition, and gastronomy. I am delighted to

EKOL TV | Counterfeiting & Adulteration
Information has been provided regarding counterfeit and adulterated products published daily by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.

LATEST NEWS | Natural Colourings
Our topic is food additives derived from insects, natural colourings

World | Turkey is becoming a centre for plant-based protein research and development
Turkey’s rich endemic plant flora is attracting investments in plant-based protein from national and international companies to our country. Ebru Akdağ, Chair of the Board of Directors at BİTKİDEN, stated that Turkey is becoming a centre for research and development in plant-based protein. Turkey’s approximately 4,000 endemic plant species, out

Food Sector Magazine | Ebru Akdağ ‘The future of plant-based foods looks very bright’
Plant-based nutrition is gaining increasing importance due to its various health and environmental benefits. Founded two years ago, the BİTKİDEN Association is making a name for itself through its activities. We are working towards our vision of becoming a pioneering and leading association for all stakeholders in this field, focusing

Economy | Food and beverage trends for 2025: Sustainability, innovation and health
2025 food trends are shaping the future of cuisine with a sustainability-focused transformation. Plant-based nutrition and eco-friendly innovations not only support healthy living but also offer innovative solutions to consumer expectations, bringing a fresh perspective to modern gastronomy. Noting that plant-based nutrition has now gone beyond being a trend for

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