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The Hidden Truth About Your Shopping Trolley and Your Skin


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This weekend brought a delightful surprise:We found a real popup fishmonger in Yarmouth. We enjoyed giant prawns, freshly caught and simply cooked with lemon and pepper—no additives, no preservatives, and no ingredients you need a chemistry degree to decipher. Just honest, unprocessed food.


It reminded me of a chapter from my upcoming book, Busting The Code To Ageing: How To Win The Inflammation Game (publishing 31st July), where I explore a startling reality: our grandparents would hardly recognise half of what fills a modern shopping trolley.


What 20+ Years in Aesthetic Medicine Has Taught Me About Ultra-Processed Foods


The Science Behind Ultra-Processed Foods

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are not just convenient; they are specifically engineered to override your natural feeling of fullness. That sensation of “I can’t stop eating this” is intentional—these foods are designed to keep you coming back for more.

The Link Between Diet, Inflammation, and Ageing

UPFs are packed with omega-6 oils and Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs), both of which fuel inflammation in the body and accelerate the ageing process—especially of the skin. In my clinic, I regularly see patients investing in expensive skincare, while their daily diet quietly undermines their efforts.

The Modern Diet: A Reality Check

Did you know only 30% of people now eat two proper meals a day? The rest of their daily calories come from snacks, many of which are highly processed. This shift towards convenience foods is having a profound impact on our health and appearance.

Your Skin Reflects Your Food Choices

Your skin keeps a record of every sugar spike, every inflammatory ingredient, and every ultra-processed food you consume. That £2 ready meal might seem like a bargain, but the long-term cost to your health—and your skin—can be far greater.

Three Simple Ways to Protect Your Skin from Within

  • Read labels carefully: If you don’t recognise an ingredient, your body probably won’t either.

  • Choose foods that will spoil: Real food is meant to go off. If it lasts forever, ask yourself why.

  • Think like your great-grandmother: If she wouldn’t recognise it as food, it’s best avoided.

Sometimes, the most effective anti-ageing treatment isn’t found in a jar, but at your local fishmonger or greengrocer.


In Summary:The secret to youthful skin and healthy ageing isn’t just about what you put on your face—it’s about what you put in your shopping basket. Prioritise real, unprocessed foods, and your skin (and overall health) will thank you.

Are you ready to discover more science-backed strategies for healthy ageing and inflammation reduction?


Order your copy of my new book, Busting the Code to Ageing: The Inflammation Game, now available on Amazon.Take the first step towards glowing skin and optimal health today!

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