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Recently, there has been a growing demand for products that are both environmentally and animal-friendly, as well as healthier plant-based options. Looking at consumers’ eating and drinking habits, it is observed that they are now purchasing more plant-based options. Therefore, the increasing consumer demand for plant-based options is emerging as the driving force behind market growth. On the other hand, plant-based nutrition also plays an important role in combating climate change. In particular, the production of plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds results in lower greenhouse gas emissions. APPROXIMATELY $10 BILLION The plant-based food market…
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 new perspective to modern gastronomy. Noting that plant-based nutrition has gone beyond being a trend for individuals seeking a healthy lifestyle, Ebru Akdağ, Chair of the Board of Directors at BİTKİDEN, says, “Plant-based nutrition is becoming a movement that leads the transformation of modern cuisine.” The top food trends for 2025 reflect a shift toward global flavors and sustainability. According to Whole Foods Market’s 2025 predictions, snacks…
While millions of people around the world struggle with hunger every day, a significant portion of the food produced is wasted without being consumed. According to the United Nations Food Waste Index 2024, households in Turkey throw away 102 kg of food per person per year, totaling 8.7 million tons. Food waste is not only an economic loss, but also brings with it many problems such as environmental damage, economic losses, and social inequality. Drawing attention to the extent of food waste in homes, Ebru Akdağ, Chair of the Board of Directors of BİTKİDEN, said, “Most waste worldwide occurs in…
The death of 60-year-old Servet Polat, who was hospitalized after being poisoned by a baked potato he ate with his daughter and granddaughter in Buca, Izmir, and passed away two days after being discharged, has heightened concerns about salmonella bacteria. We are confused about what to eat and where to eat it. But beware! This bacteria is not only found in food prepared outside and carelessly. The same danger exists at home, in your own kitchen. We spoke with Food Engineer Ebru Akdağ about salmonella bacteria and how it spreads. IT IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF FOOD POISONING – What…
Ebru Akdağ moderated the panel on fields cultivated with technology at the Sustainable Brands Turkey 2024 conference. SOCIAL MEDIA YOUTUBE In April, Ebru Akdağ appeared on the Flu TV channel to discuss common misconceptions about chickens. In December, she participated in the filming of Ebru Nurluoğlu’s YouTube channel program Yaparım Yapmam (I’ll Do It, I Won’t Do It). In December, she participated in a live broadcast on food safety on Dr. İbrahim Ersoy’s YouTube channel and answered questions. INSTAGRAM In March, Ekrem Sezik participated in a live broadcast on the Cosmos TV Instagram page on how to use plants correctly.
This morning’s program with Ebru Akel and Murat Güloğlu discussed how widespread Salmonella bacteria is, how it spreads, and its effects on our health. Ebru Akdağ shared important tips on how to protect against Salmonella infection and what food habits to pay attention to. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5Mg1Amhfpc&t=8s
The Turkish Food Codex Consumer Information and Labeling Regulation Guide’s inclusion of regulations concerning plant-based foods was welcomed. ISTANBUL (IGFA) – The Plant-Based Foods Association (BİTKİDEN), which is steadfastly pursuing its efforts to ensure plant-based foods play a pioneering role in the transformation of the food system through a sustainable and scientific approach, welcomed the inclusion of regulations on plant-based foods in the Turkish Food Codex Consumer Information and Labeling Regulation Guide . The Consumer Perception Survey conducted last year in Turkey by the Plant-Based Foods Global Alliance (PBFGA), of which BİTKİDEN is also a member, revealed that plant-based foods…
Canning is a good food preservation method that we have traditionally used in our homes for many years and that the food industry has also used to offer us different options on store shelves. While homemade preserves have won everyone’s hearts, we somehow witness people approaching store-bought preserves with suspicion. The strange thing is that even though we see headlines every year about food poisoning and even deaths linked to home canning, we still view home-canned foods as innocent and romantic, while viewing industrially produced canned foods with suspicion and often unjustly accusatory eyes. Canning originated from the needs of…
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! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79HSUPAZH4A
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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0mdsBs3YXs&t=2s