"Inspire your family and transform your food calendar with easy recipes and healthy snacks to unprocess your family diet. "
We are big foodies in our house. My kids are keen eaters with voracious appetites, happy to try everything thrown at them. I fondly remember my then two-year old daughter gnawing at soft shell crab in Inamo in London, her fondness for Japanese food cemented that day. And my son tearing into langoustines on a holiday to Il de Re.
But as they get older, in some ways it gets harder. As their love of fast food blossoms. As the availability of fast food increases. As they are more and more influenced by social media platforms like TikTok. You can no longer control their diet in the way you once could.
Research shows that children and adolescents have some of the poorest diets; with more than 65% of the food they consume being ultra-processed. Interest in ultra-processed foods (UPFs) has skyrocketed in recent years although these discussions have been circulating for decades. Gain a full understanding of what UPFs are, and how to navigate them for you and your family. many UPFs are considered junk foods and whilst many Gen Zs are health conscious, a substantial proportion do not engage in regular physical activity and lead sedentary lifestyles.
Global childhood obesity is a significant concern and it is estimated that 1 in 3 UK children are now overweight or obese. It is clear that we need to arm our adolescents with the tools and knowledge to make healthier food choices. And this is a great first step. By Rob Hobson, an award-winning nutritionist and a go-to voice in the media, this book delivers understanding, practical tips, easy swaps (a game changer) and over 80 recipes to inspire a non-UPF life for your family.
The recipes will help transform your family meals with a great selection of one pots, tray bakes, quick breakfast ideas and homemade versions of shop-bought UPFs abound. It's for the whole family but does focus on adolescents, particularly teenagers who have more food choices, independence and financial resources than younger children. They're often the highest users of UPFs in the family.
Use this book as an opportunity to involve the whole family in meal planning and find a balance that works for your individual needs. A brilliant book for the busy family looking to create simple meals and break free from UPFs.
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