A key activity will be the development of guidelines on integrity principles for influencing citizens. Project partners will review existing knowledge, ethical guidelines, research reports, and guiding principles, while engaging key stakeholders through interviews. These insights will inform a shared framework defining integrity principles and clarifying the responsibilities and boundaries of influencers and companies when providing food and nutrition advice and guiding consumers’ decisions.

In parallel, WP8 will develop policy recommendations to promote healthy and sustainable diets aligned with national dietary guidelines. Drawing on the findings and contributions of Work Packages 2–7, partners will prepare a policy brief to support evidence-informed decision-making and encourage healthier food environments.

Looking ahead to 2027, key next steps will include implementing a capacity-building training programme on integrity principles in cooking advice provision and developing consumer empowerment guidelines. These guidelines will help consumers make informed, healthy, and sustainable food choices, while the training will equip relevant stakeholders with the knowledge and skills needed to provide trustworthy, responsible cooking advice.

Through these activities, WP8 will contribute to more trustworthy nutrition communication, stronger stakeholder capabilities, and the wider uptake of healthy and sustainable dietary practices across Europe.