Evidence-based guides on calorie counting, nutrition tracking, food safety, and healthy eating in the UK.
E-numbers are codes for food additives approved for use in the UK and EU. Some are vitamins, some are preservatives, some are colourings. Here's what they all mean.
Most E-numbers are safe — some are just vitamins. But a few have more debate around them. Here's what EFSA, the FSA, and the research actually say.
A food allergy involves the immune system and can be life-threatening. A food intolerance is digestive and uncomfortable. Here's how to tell which is which.
Bloating after eating is usually caused by gas from FODMAPs, eating too fast, or food intolerances. Here are the common triggers and practical ways to reduce it.
The UK gets ~57% of calories from ultra-processed foods. Here's what UPF actually means, how to identify it, and what the research says about health effects.
Traffic lights, per-100g columns, ingredient lists, allergen labelling — here's how to decode any UK food label quickly and confidently.
Six artificial food colourings were linked to hyperactivity in a 2007 study. Most UK brands have removed them, but they still appear in some products.
Bloating, cramps, diarrhoea, headaches, fatigue — food intolerance symptoms are mainly digestive and appear hours after eating. Here's how to identify your triggers.
Track what you already eat for a week first. Use the data to make small, sustainable changes. The goal is awareness, not perfection.
In 2023, the WHO classified aspartame as "possibly carcinogenic" (Group 2B) while simultaneously reaffirming its safe intake level. Here's what that actually means.
The UK recommends 30g of fibre per day. The average adult eats 18g. Here's how to close the gap with simple swaps — plus what a 30g day actually looks like.
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide. Here's what plant-based eaters actually need to know — best sources, absorption tips, and daily targets.
It's probably not gluten. Most bread bloating comes from fructans — a type of fibre wheat contains. Here's what the science says and how to find bread that works for you.
Master calorie counting with our evidence-based guide. Learn exactly how to calculate your deficit, track accurately, and lose weight sustainably.
Go beyond calories. Understand macronutrients and how to balance protein, carbs, and fats for your goals — whether weight loss, muscle gain, or health.
Compare NutraSafe, Yuka, MyFitnessPal and 4 more UK food scanner apps. Features, accuracy, cost, and which is best for your goals.
Fix hidden calorie counting errors sabotaging your weight loss. Portion sizes, liquid calories, weekend eating and more. Troubleshoot now.
Tired of MyFitnessPal ads and subscriptions? Compare 7 better UK alternatives: NutraSafe, Nutracheck, Cronometer. Free features, accurate databases.
Free UK calorie calculator for weight loss. Enter age, weight, height, activity to get your TDEE and calorie deficit target. Science-based.
Free guide to scanning Tesco barcodes for nutrition info. Best apps, Clubcard compatibility, and tips for tracking calories at Tesco UK.
Guide to scanning Sainsbury's barcodes for instant nutrition info. Nectar compatibility, Taste the Difference scanning, and shopping tips.
Step-by-step guide to identifying food intolerances using elimination diet and food diary. Track symptoms, find triggers, discover patterns.
Compare best UK food allergy tracking apps. NutraSafe, Spoon Guru reviewed. Features, costs, barcode scanning, allergen warnings.
Learn how to track micronutrients beyond calories. Essential vitamins, minerals, daily values, best apps, and why nutrition quality matters.
Compare best UK vitamin and mineral tracking apps. NutraSafe, Cronometer, MyPlate reviewed. Features, costs, micronutrient coverage.
Fill up on fewer calories with these protein-rich foods from Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, and more. Perfect for weight loss and muscle retention.
Learn how barcode scanner apps work, which foods to scan, and how to get accurate nutrition data from UK supermarket products.
Convert cups to grams for any ingredient. Complete conversion tables for flour, sugar, butter, rice and more. Essential for following US recipes.
Understand cup measurements: 1 US cup = 240ml. Learn the difference between US and UK cups, why grams are better, and how to convert recipes.
Drop 1-3kg of water weight in 24-48 hours with safe, proven strategies. Reduce salt, drink more water, cut carbs and more. Quick results guide.
Yes, freeze hummus for up to 4 months. Learn how to freeze, thaw, and restore texture. Works for Tesco, Sainsbury's and homemade hummus.
1 tablespoon = 15ml liquid or 9-20g dry depending on ingredient. Complete conversion tables for butter, sugar, flour, oil and more.
4 oz = 113g (weight) or 120ml (liquid). Complete ounce to gram conversion table for cooking and nutrition tracking. Essential for US recipes.
Last updated: February 2026