Glossary
Let’s decode the Protein, mate menu and metrics language
Artificial Sweeteners
Artificially created sugar alternatives.
Carbohydrates
Energy boosters! Carbohydrates will power you through your day, providing a supercharge of energy for your muscles and brain.
Fat
Plays a vital role on the macro team as an energy reserve, for insulation and to absorb the vitamins your body needs to thrive.
Fillers
An ingredient added to food to bulk up the weight. Real food only welcome here.
Free Range
All of our eggs are sourced from happy hens with room outdoors to roam as they please!
Gluten
A protein found in wheat, barley and rye. A mischievous trouble-maker for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Gums
An ingredient added to food to create a thick and smooth texture. Thank you, next.
Gut Microbiome
The ecosystem of trillions of microbes that live in your intestines. Keeping this ecosystem happy will contribute to better digestion, heightened immunity & better moods. Good foods, good moods.
High Welfare
Ensuring animals are handled with the highest level of care.
Macronutrients
The main three superheroes! Protein, carbohydrates and fat. Your body’s primary sources of fuel.
Micronutrients
Tiny superheroes in the form of vitamins and minerals. Small but mighty secondary sources of fuel.
Nutrient Density
The amount of nutrients (both macro & micro!) packed into a meal. Here at P,m we prioritise nutrient density over calories. Essentially quality over quantity.
Prebiotics
Think of it as snacks for the friendly bacteria in your gut to continue to do their job optimally.
Probiotics
Foods that contain a boost of friendly bacteria that keep the gut microbiome happy.
Protein
Your body’s personal repair crew, supporting the growth of tissues, cells, muscles, organs, hair, skin, nails, bones, tendons, ligaments and blood plasma.
Seasonal
Eating ingredients in peak season. This ensures flavour, freshness, quality & the bonus of supporting local UK producers.
Ultra-processed Ingredients
Fake news food. Ingredients that have been overly refined and stripped of nutrients.