Real change starts on your plate
Every meal is a chance to make a difference, for your health and for the planet.
At NUUDA, we believe that eating well shouldn’t just fuel your body; it should help sustain the world around you. The good news? You don’t need to overhaul your entire diet to have an impact. Small, thoughtful food swaps can significantly lower your carbon footprint without sacrificing flavour, satisfaction, or nourishment.
Why Your Food Choices Matter
Food production accounts for around one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions — with animal agriculture, transportation, and food waste among the biggest contributors. In the UK alone, diet-related emissions make up about 35% of an average household’s carbon footprint (DEFRA, 2024).
But there’s a bright side: shifting even part of your diet toward plant-based, seasonal, and locally sourced foods can cut your food-related emissions by up to 30–50%.
That’s the equivalent of removing hundreds of car miles from your annual footprint — simply through smarter eating.
1. Swap Red Meat for Plant-Based Proteins
Beef and lamb are among the most carbon-intensive foods. By replacing just two red-meat meals a week with plant-based options such as tempeh, beans, or lentils, you can save up to 600 kg of CO₂e per year — roughly the same as a return flight from London to Berlin.
At NUUDA, we create plant-rich dishes like our Clean & Lean and Gut Health bundles, using British-grown pulses from regenerative farms to keep both your meals and the planet balanced.
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2. Choose Seasonal and Local Produce
Imported fruits and vegetables often travel thousands of miles before reaching your plate. By choosing seasonal British produce, you cut transport emissions while supporting local growers and soil health.
For example, opting for UK-grown kale in winter instead of imported spinach can lower emissions by nearly 60% — and it’s naturally richer in iron and vitamin K.
NUUDA sources 80–95% of ingredients from UK farms, ensuring every bite supports lower-impact supply chains.
3. Go for Frozen Freshness
It might surprise you, but frozen food can be more sustainable than “fresh.”
Freezing locks in nutrients, prevents spoilage, and reduces waste — a major source of food-related emissions.
Because NUUDA meals are frozen at peak freshness, we eliminate the need for preservatives and ensure zero food waste in our kitchens. It’s real food, nothing to hide — and nothing to throw away.
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4. Reduce Food Waste at Home
In the UK, the average household wastes around 70 kg of food every year, much of it still perfectly edible. Planning your meals, freezing leftovers, and using what’s already in your fridge can make a big difference.
Our nutritionist-designed bundles are portioned for balance and ease — helping you enjoy variety without excess.
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5. Make Dairy Swaps Simple
Dairy alternatives such as oat or soy milk have up to 70% lower emissions than cow’s milk, while plant-based yoghurts and cheeses continue to improve in taste and nutrition. Even swapping your milk in tea or morning porridge can add up over time.
At NUUDA, we design our menus to be naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and inclusive — proving that conscious choices can be effortless and delicious.
Small Swaps, Big Impact
Every small decision — from what’s on your plate to how it’s sourced — adds up to meaningful change. By choosing real, whole ingredients and prioritising plant-based meals even part of the time, you can cut your personal carbon footprint, support British farmers, and feel good doing it.
At NUUDA, our mission is simple: to make sustainable eating easy, joyful, and nourishing — for you and the planet.