Food Expiry Tracker UK

Q: What features does NutraSafe have now?

NutraSafe is a comprehensive food and fitness app. It includes calorie counting with full micronutrient tracking, a barcode food scanner, a workout tracker with rest timer and Apple Watch support, an AI nutrition coach, food reaction logging, and intermittent fasting tools. Built specifically for UK users.

The UK Food Waste Problem

UK households throw away an estimated 4.5 million tonnes of food every year that could have been eaten. This costs the average family around £700 annually and has a significant environmental impact.

The main reason? We simply forget what's in our fridge and cupboards until it's too late. Food goes off before we can use it, leading to unnecessary waste and expense.

What NutraSafe Does Now

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Calorie & Nutrition Tracking

Track calories, macros, vitamins, and minerals. Scan barcodes to log food from the UK database.

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Workout Tracker

Log sets, reps, and weight. Built-in rest timer, personal best detection, and Apple Watch support.

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AI Nutrition Coach

Get personalised meal plans and diet advice based on your food diary. Powered by AI.

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Food Additive Scanner

Scan barcodes to check E-numbers, additives, and allergens in UK supermarket products.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has NutraSafe's expiry tracker been removed?

Yes. The food expiry tracker feature has been retired. NutraSafe now focuses on calorie and nutrition tracking, workout logging with sets, reps, and personal bests, and AI-powered nutrition coaching.

What features does NutraSafe have now?

NutraSafe includes calorie counting with full micronutrient tracking, a barcode food scanner, a workout tracker with rest timer and Apple Watch support, an AI nutrition coach, food reaction logging, and intermittent fasting tools. Built specifically for UK users.

How can I reduce food waste at home?

Plan meals ahead, check what needs eating first, freeze items before they expire, rotate stock using first-in first-out, and understand the difference between use-by dates (safety) and best-before dates (quality). WRAP estimates UK households waste 4.5 million tonnes of edible food each year.

Tips for Reducing Food Waste

Plan meals ahead - Check what's expiring soon and plan meals around those items
Freeze smartly - Many items can be frozen before their use-by date
First in, first out - Rotate your stock so older items get used first
Understand labels - "Best before" is about quality, "use by" is about safety
Store properly - Keep items at the right temperature to extend their life
Portion control - Cook only what you need, or freeze leftovers

Common Foods to Track

Fresh Produce

Milk and dairy products (typically 3-7 days once opened)
Fresh meat and poultry (1-2 days)
Fish and seafood (1-2 days)
Fresh vegetables (3-7 days)
Salad leaves (3-5 days)

Opened Items

Opened jars and sauces (check individual labels, typically 2-4 weeks)
Deli meats (3-5 days)
Cheese (varies by type, typically 1-4 weeks)
Bread (3-7 days, or freeze for longer)
Yoghurt (5-7 days once opened)

Save Money and Help the Environment

By tracking your food expiry dates with NutraSafe, you can:

Save up to £700 per year by reducing food waste
Reduce your carbon footprint - food waste generates methane in landfills
Shop smarter - buy only what you'll actually use
Feel better - knowing you're doing your part for the planet

Try NutraSafe's Current Features

Track calories, log workouts, and get AI nutrition coaching. Free on iOS.

Download Free on iOS

More About Food Waste

What's the difference between use-by and best-before dates?

Use-by dates are about safety. Food should not be eaten after this date. Best-before dates are about quality. Food may still be safe to eat after this date, though it might not be at its best.

How much food does the average UK household waste?

According to WRAP, UK households waste an estimated 4.5 million tonnes of edible food per year, costing the average family around £700 annually. The main causes are over-buying, forgetting what's in the fridge, and not understanding date labels.

Can I freeze food before it expires?

Yes. Most foods can be frozen before their use-by date and kept safely for months. Bread, meat, cheese, and cooked meals all freeze well. Defrost thoroughly before eating and don't refreeze raw meat that's been defrosted.