Rethinking Obesity Policy: From Food Blame to a Culture of Balance
Ahead of World Obesity Day, Il Messaggero published an in-depth interview by Pietro Paganini dedicated to his recent book “Obesity. Instructions for rebellion”, written together with Michele Carruba and featuring a foreword by Member of the European Parliament Letizia Moratti. The interview explores the broader debate on obesity, prevention, and the role of public policy. […]
Obesità: la Lombardia può diventare modello europeo
Il 26 febbraio Michele Carruba, Presidente del Centro di Studio e Ricerca dell’Obesità (CSRO) dell’Università degli Studi di Milano e Presidente del nostro Comitato Scientifico, è intervenuto in audizione davanti alla III Commissione Sanità della Regione Lombardia, definendo il disegno di legge regionale sull’obesità «un’opportunità concreta e urgente da cogliere» affinché la regione possa rappresentare […]
EUDR: from constraint to opportunity, rethinking competitiveness and global partnerships
Rome, 18 February 2026 We participated in the event “Stop the Clock: Environmental Commitments – Between Regulatory Decisions and Voluntary Corporate Actions”, organized by the Università degli Studi di Padova in collaboration with Etifor | Valuing Nature and Fòrema, as part of the European project EMMA4EU. The insightful meeting brought together academics, companies, and NGOs […]
Equilibrio, salute e longevità – Presentazione ufficiale a Roma
Roma, 10 febbraio 2026 Nel centro storico di Roma, presso la Sala Stampa della Camera dei Deputati, abbiamo presentato il libro “Obesità: istruzioni per ribellarsi” (Edizioni Guerini) di Michele Carruba e Pietro Paganini. L’incontro ha riunito esponenti del mondo scientifico, istituzionale e industriale per un dialogo approfondito su obesità, longevità e ricerca dell’equilibrio nella società […]
Obesità e longevità: perché le scorciatoie non funzionano – Presentazione ad Avellino
Avellino, 8 febbraio 2026 Siamo stati ad Avellino e il messaggio che portiamo a casa è chiaro: parlare di obesità e longevità senza considerare la complessità non funziona. In occasione della presentazione del libro “Obesità: istruzioni per ribellarsi” (Edizioni Guerini) di Michele Carruba e Pietro Paganini al Circolo della Stampa, il confronto è andato ben […]
When meat becomes the new tobacco
Read the article in Italian To ‘save the planet from cows’ and people from obesity and cardiovascular disease, Amsterdam has turned food into the ‘new tobacco,’ banning the advertisement of meat. The result? No health benefits, but less choice, less evidence-based policies, and increasing pressure on traditional food systems and European SMEs. What is happening? […]
Shaping the Future of Cardiovascular Prevention in Europe
On January 15, we participated in the EU Safe Hearts Plan stakeholder workshop, organized by the European Commission, to discuss strategies for evidence-based cardiovascular prevention. About the Safe Hearts Plan The EU Safe Hearts Plan, launched by the European Commission, aims to tackle cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) across Europe through prevention, education, and innovation. Indeed, Cardiovascular […]
Safe Hearts Plan: Empowering Europeans to Be Healthier Again
We welcome the publication of the European Commission’s Safe Hearts Plan as a step forward in addressing one of Europe’s most pressing public health and socio-economic challenges. Compared to earlier drafts, the final version reflects a more balanced and less paternalistic approach, placing greater emphasis on prevention across the life course, early detection, and patient-centred […]
The False War on Processed Food: Why It Endangers Public Health
HuffPost Italy has just published a commentary by Pietro Paganini on a growing and dangerous trend: blaming so-called ultra-processed foods (UPFs) for obesity and chronic disease. In the piece, Paganini explains why this narrative is misleading, unscientific, and ultimately harmful to public health. Read the full article in Italian on HuffPost, or find the English […]
Why America should not copy Europe‘s Healthcare System
Leggi l’articolo in italiano Real Clear Health, one of the most respected U.S. outlets on healthcare and policy, has published Pietro Paganini’s commentary, in which he argues why the United States should avoid replicating Europe’s healthcare mistakes, especially drug price controls that delay innovation and access to treatments. Read the full article on Real Clear […]