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Everything we know about food and nutrition is wrong. It's time to unlearn it. Wonderfully enlightening and engagingly written. Dr Idz If you are looking at ways to combat the exploitation of the planet this book is for you. Rhiannon Lambert Well Fed is a vital tool in the ongoing battle against nutrition misinformation. Robbie Lockie, Plant Based News –– In Well Fed, James Collier, former NHS dietitian and co-founder of Huel, is on a mission to debunk the myths about food and nutrition to reveal why what we eat is not only having a devastating impact on our health, but also on our planet. The industrialisation of our food system has wreaked havoc on earth's natural biodiversity, diminished the nutritional value of the food that is produced and has been a major contributor to global warming. The result? A planet in crisis and a surge in diseases of excess. By challenging conventional wisdom and embracing a more balanced and nuanced approach, Collier shows that we can: Improve our health by boosting physical and mental well-being Protect the planet by reducing our environmental impact Support our communities in fostering a more sustainable food system Supercharge your health with Collier's five pillars of contemplative nutrition, which offer a simple, holistic solution to inspire a sustainable approach to food. The future of food, our health and the planet is in our hands. Let's act now.

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Well Fed brings a fresh perspective to the complex relationship between nutrition, our health, and the planet. His approach empowers readers to make informed choices, balancing personal well-being with environmental sustainability. As a fellow advocate for reducing (less nutritious) ultra-processed foods, I fully support his vision of a food system where eating well also means caring for our planet. Nichola Ludlam-Raine Well Fed is a groundbreaking exploration of our food choices and their far-reaching impacts on health, ethics, and the environment. With clarity and compassion, he guides us through the complexities of the modern food system, encouraging thoughtful reflection and empowering readers to make informed decisions. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to enhance their well-being while contributing to a more sustainable planet. Kristen Holmes Well Fed is a fresh take on how our everyday food choices shape our health and the planet, that's both thought-provoking and practical. Dr Emily Leeming An insightful and upbeat book on the history, ethics and sustainability of food. James shows us how we ended up with the challenges of our modern food landscape, and gives us the tools to navigate it. Barbara Bray MBE In his insightful book, James has skilfully shown us the links between human health, human ethics and planetary health like never before. He highlights the importance of combining traditions (home cooked meals and eating with others) with modern nutrition science and food technology to provide a hopeful vision for a healthy future for humans and planet. Dr Gemma Newman James combines decades of experience as a nutritionist, a wide range of expert sources with a deep understanding of how we assimilate and digest information today to bring all important mindfulness back into what we eat. Mallika Basu

Wonderfully enlightening and engagingly written. Well Fed: How the way we eat is destroying our health and planet (and how to fix it) navigates the complex world of food systems with clarity and thoughtful insight. James skillfully demystifies nutritional science and sustainability, guiding readers through the imperfections of our food system and the importance of informed food choices. Dr Idz If you are looking at ways to combat the exploitation of the planet this book is for you. Outlining the environmental, nutritional and ethical considerations it is possible to contribute towards the change we desperately need to see. James breaks down the science into attainable actions, simple changes to our diets that are necessary and achievable. Thank you for bringing the ethics of the food we are so deeply disconnected from to the forefront of our minds. Rhiannon Lambert James Collier’s book Well Fed brings a fresh perspective to the complex relationship between nutrition, our health, and the planet. His approach empowers readers to make informed choices, balancing personal well-being with environmental sustainability. As a fellow advocate for reducing (less nutritious) ultra-processed foods, I fully support his vision of a food system where eating well also means caring for our planet. Nichola Ludlam-Raine James Collier's Well Fed is a groundbreaking exploration of our food choices and their far-reaching impacts on health, ethics, and the environment. With clarity and compassion, he guides us through the complexities of the modern food system, encouraging thoughtful reflection and empowering readers to make informed decisions. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to enhance their well-being while contributing to a more sustainable planet. Kristen Holmes

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James is a Registered Nutritionist and Co-Founder of Huel, one of the UK's fastest-growing food businesses ever having sold more than 400 million meals worldwide. He has over 30 years of experience working in the nutrition field including seven years as a dietitian in the NHS where he provided nutritional support to patients in intensive care and to those with obesity, diabetes, food intolerances and more. As well as this, James has also worked in the strength and fitness industry where he provided dietary advice to elite athletes.

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