The Mealify Journal
Eat smarter, not harder
Evidence-based guides on fat loss, muscle gain and everyday nutrition — written to be useful, not to sell you anything.
Healthy Fats: A Guide to Fats That Help and Fats to Limit
Unsaturated, saturated and trans fats explained, UK limits on saturated fat, and the best food sources of healthy fats.
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How to Build a Balanced Plate: The Eatwell Guide Made Simple
A simple explanation of the UK Eatwell Guide and how to turn it into balanced meals without weighing everything.
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Mindful Eating: How to Enjoy Food and Eat Less Without Trying
What mindful eating is, why distracted eating leads to overeating, and simple exercises to try at your next meal.
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Smart Snacking at Work: Beat the 3pm Slump
Why energy dips in the afternoon and the best desk snacks, lunch choices and habits to stay sharp.
2 min read
Vegetarian and Vegan Diets: Nutrients to Watch
The key nutrients to plan for on vegetarian and vegan diets — B12, iodine, iron, calcium, vitamin D, omega-3 and protein.
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Healthy Ageing: Protein, Calcium and Strength After 60
Nutrition priorities for older adults: protein to protect muscle, calcium and vitamin D for bones, hydration and appetite.
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The Glycaemic Index Explained: Useful or Overrated?
What GI and glycaemic load mean, which foods are low and high GI, and how much it matters for weight and health.
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Keto vs Low-Fat: What the Research Really Shows
Comparing ketogenic and low-fat diets for weight loss, appetite and health — and how to choose an approach you can sustain.
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Intermittent Fasting: Does It Work Better Than Regular Dieting?
What the research says about 16:8, 5:2 and other fasting approaches compared with standard calorie restriction.
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Caffeine: How Much Is Too Much?
Safe caffeine limits for adults and pregnancy, caffeine in common drinks, and how it affects sleep and training.
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Healthy Lunchbox Ideas for Kids
A simple formula for balanced packed lunches, two weeks of ideas, and tips to keep lunches safe and appealing.
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Feeding Fussy Eaters: Calm Strategies for Parents
Evidence-based, low-pressure strategies to help children try new foods and build a healthy relationship with eating.
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