Tag: upf free
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What Happens When You Stop Eating UPFs for 30 Days?
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) make up a huge part of the modern diet. From packaged snacks and sugary cereals, to protein bars and soft drinks, they’re everywhere – convenient, addicitve and often heavily marketed as “healthy”. But what actually happens when you stop eating them for 30 days? The answer depends on your starting point, but…
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How to Start Cooking From Scratch (For Beginners)
Cooking from scratch can feel overwhelming when you aren’t used to doing it, or when you simply aren’t a fan of cooking. But truthfully, it’s much simpler than it looks. You don’t need expensive tools, or perfect skills. You don’t even always need lots of time, especially if you keep things simple. You just need…
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7 Day UPF Free Meal Plan
Check out this 7 day UPF free meal plan. Follow it to the letter, use it as a base or just grab some meal ideas from it. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday This is a simple meal plan designed to help you stay UPF free. Sign up to The No Nasties Newsletter HERE…
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How to Use Up Fruit & Veg That’s Past It’s Best (Without Any Waste)
You open up the fridge to find a slightly sad carrot, wrinkly pepper, or bananas that have gone a bit too spotty. Before you bin them, think about all the uses that they still have. Fruit and veg that’s past it’s prime is often still perfectly usable (and sometimes even better) for cooking. Here’s how…
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Batch Cooking UPF-Free on a Budget (Eat Well for Less)
Eating UPF-free can feel expensive at first. Fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch, and avoiding convenience foods can seem like they’ll push your food bill ip. But the reality is that batch cooking is one of the cheapest ways to eat well, and avoid ultra-processed foods. With a bit of planning, you can create simple, nourishing…
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Natural Flavourings: What Do They Really Mean?
“Natural flavourings” sound reassuring. They suggest something simple. Clean. Close to nature. But when you see natural flavourings on a label, what does it actually mean? And more importantly, should you be concerned? What Are Natural Flavourings? In the UK and EU, natural flavourings are defined as flavouring substances derived from natural sources such as:…
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Common Hidden Additives to Avoid in the UK
If you’re trying to reduce ultra-processed foods, one of the biggest challenges is spotting hidden additives. They’re everywhere – not just in junk food, but in everyday items like bread, yogurt, sauces, and even ‘healthy’ snacks. And in the UK, they often appear under names that sound harmless… or are hidden behind E numbers. So…
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Why You Should Grind Your Own Linseed (Flaxseed) and The Health Benefits
Linseed – also known as flaxseed – is one of the simplest, most powerful ingredients you can add to your diet. It’s affordable and incredibly versatile, but there’s one important detail many people miss: To get the full benefits, you need to grind your flaxseed. Lets break down why, plus the nutrients, health benefits, and…
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How to Tell if Food is Ultra-Processed
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are getting a lot of attention at the moment, and for good reason. Research has linked high consumption of UPFs to a range of health concerns, and many people are trying to reduce them. But there’s one big challenge: It’s not always obvious which foods are ultra-processed. Some foods look healthy. Some…
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Batch Cooking to Avoid Ultra-Processed Food (A Practical Guide)
One of the biggest reasons people rely on ultra-processed food is convenience. When you’re tired, busy or short on time, grabbing packaged food is much easier than cooking from scratch. Food companies know this – which is why ultra-processed products dominate the supermarket shelves. But batch cooking can make real food just as convenient, without…