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What are gums? Gums (also known as hydrocolloids) are a common food additive which come from a variety of sources such as plants, seaweed, and even bacteria.  Nutritionally, they are classed as carbohydrates and are typically used to improve certain features of food and...

What is phytic acid? Phytic acid, also known as phytate, serves as a natural storage compound of phosphorus in plants. It's commonly found in various grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes. Phytic acid plays a vital role in plant growth and...

What is glyphosate?  Glyphosate is a synthetic herbicide and is one of the most widely used in agriculture around the world. It is a non-selective herbicide, meaning it is designed to kill most plants it comes into contact with. Does oat milk...

Why should you care? In the UK alone, 748 cartons are discarded every 10 seconds. That's over 2 billion a year! The vast majority of these are produced by Swiss conglomerate Tetra Pak. Whilst Tetra Pak cartons protect oat milk...

What is fibre? Fibre is an essential nutrient found primarily in plant-based foods. It plays a crucial role in maintaining digestive health by promoting a healthy gut microbiome. Fibre also helps to regulate blood sugar, supports heart health by reducing...

Is sugar content everything?  No! Sugar is just one element of the nutritional profile and isn’t the be all and end all. Other macronutrients like protein, fibre and fat play an equally important role in your health. What about "zero-sugar" oat...