Walk down the drinks aisle and you’ll see plenty of bottles promising some version of the same thing: real fruit, natural goodness, no nasties, packed with vitamins. But turn the bottle around and the nutrition label can tell a slightly different story. Fruit drinks can vary enormously in what they actually contain. Some use whole …
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You grab a bottle of apple juice from the fridge and assume you’re getting most of what an apple has to offer. Reasonable assumption. It’s called apple juice, after all. But somewhere between the orchard and the bottle, a fair bit of the actual apple gets left behind. The way an apple is processed changes …
Crushed vs Juiced: What Really Happens to Your Apple? Read More »
The school holidays are wonderful, right up until the moment your kids come home from the park and announce they’re starving. Again. For the fourth time today. If you’re a parent juggling school holiday activities, work, and an endless rotation of “what’s for snack?” requests, you’re not alone. Most Aussie families spend a fair chunk …
School Holiday Snack Guide: Quick, Healthy Options Kids Actually Want Read More »
When the cold rolls in, the kitchen becomes the warmest room in the house. Stews go on the stove, the oven gets a workout, and dinner turns into a slow, comforting affair. While Upple is delicious sipped from a glass, it can do so much more once the weather cools down. Made on our family …
Warming Winter Recipes Using Upple (That Aren’t Just Drinking It) Read More »
Fruit should be for everyone. But for a lot of Australians, enjoying a simple apple isn’t always that simple. Maybe it’s a child who refuses anything with lumps. Maybe it’s an older family member who struggles with harder textures. Or maybe it’s someone living with a disability who needs softer, smoother options just to get …
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Australia grows some of the best apples in the world. From the tart crunch of a Granny Smith to the sweet blush of a Pink Lady, different types of apples bring their own personality to the table. But have you ever wondered what actually makes each variety taste so different, or why some apples suit …
Apple Varieties: What Makes Each Upple Flavour Unique Read More »
Walk through any supermarket produce section, and you’ll see rows of picture-perfect apples. Shiny, uniform, and blemish-free. But here’s something most people don’t realise: for every apple that makes it onto those shelves, countless others are rejected simply because they don’t look “right.” They might be a bit wonky, have a small mark, or just …
Sustainability & Food Waste: Turning “Imperfect” Apples into Great Products Read More »
Summer in Australia means cricket in the backyard, swimming carnivals, weekend soccer matches, and long days spent outdoors. It also means keeping everyone hydrated and fuelled, especially the little ones who seem to run on endless energy until they suddenly don’t. Finding snacks that tick all the boxes can be tricky. You want something refreshing, …
Beat the Heat: Why Upple Is the Perfect Summer Snack for Active Kids and Families Read More »
If you’ve ever wondered why everyone keeps talking about fibre, you’re not alone. It’s one of those nutrients that we know is important, but many of us still aren’t getting enough of it. In fact, most Australians consume only around 20-25 grams of fibre daily, falling short of the recommended 25 grams for women and …
The Role of Fibre in Your Diet (and How to Get Enough) Read More »
We’ve all been told to “eat more fruit.” But when it comes to getting your daily dose of fruit, there are plenty of options from eating a whole apple to grabbing a juice or blending up a smoothie.So what’s really the difference between them, and how much of the goodness of whole fruit are you …
Whole Fruit vs Juice vs Smoothies: What You’re Actually Drinking Read More »