Let’s face it — as a nation, we’re getting bigger.
Around 64% of adults in the UK are now overweight or obese, and childhood obesity is rising at a worrying rate.

A recent report by Nesta and Frontier Economics estimates that obesity costs the UK economy £126 billion every year, including £12.6 billion in NHS treatment costs alone.

Beyond the numbers, obesity fuels a wave of chronic diseases — from diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease to poor gut health and even cancer.

While many factors play a role, the biggest culprit remains our food choices. Over 54% of calories in the average UK adult’s diet now come from ultra-processed foods (UPFs) — and that’s where the problem begins.

Leading a healthy lifestyle is all about consistency and regularly making good choices. Those choices include everything from the meals you eat, to the movement you fit into your day, how much sleep you get and even the snacks you reach for in between meals. 

This can look slightly different for each person, but when it comes to snacking there are certainly ‘good’ choices and ‘bad’ choices. Snacks might seem like a very small part of your overall health and wellness, but they play a big part in your energy levels, mood and ability to stay on track with your regular diet.