What you eat doesn't just impact you – it shapes the world around you.
Our endless food choices come at a steep cost. While millions still face undernutrition, food waste has become a major contributor to global warming. The industrialization of our food system harms biodiversity, diminishes nutritional value, fuels animal suffering, and damages the environment. The result? A planet in crisis, animals exploited, and diseases of excess on the rise.
Well Fed explores what's truly at stake. We can no longer focus solely on our own health – we must also consider the health of the planet and the well-being of the people and animals we share it with. James Collier delves into critical issues surrounding poor nutrition, its effects on physical and mental health, the environment, and animal welfare. Through his Five Pillars of Contemplative Nutrition James presents the essential considerations we need to make in the 21st century, encouraging us to make choices that benefit both ourselves and the planet. We already have the tools and resources to lead healthier lives and create positive ripple effects throughout the world-we just need to take action to protect them.
James Collier is co-founder and Chief Sustainable Nutrition Officer at Huel – one of the fastest-growing food businesses in the UK ever, having sold more than 350 million meals globally.
"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