Huel Hot & Savory Cups: 160 Health Benefits

Even easier to make than our best-selling Hot & Savory, our Hot & Savory Cups not only come packed with seriously big flavors, wholefood ingredients, and 22g of plant-based protein, there's also an impressive 160 health benefits in every meal.

Here’s our nutrition team to comprehensively break down each of the health benefits and explain how Huel Hot & Savory Cups can help optimise your health.

How Huel Hot & Savory Cups can help you

• Energy Metabolism
• Digestive Support
• Immune Health
• Skin, Hair and Nails
• Cognitive Function

Energy Metabolism

Even though quality sleep, regular exercise, and avoiding too many stimulants such as caffeine are key to keeping energy levels in check, a well-balanced diet is a crucial part of the puzzle. Huel Hot & Savory Cups are a source of several key nutrients that are crucial to energy metabolism.

1. Biotin

Supports macronutrient metabolism.

Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, plays a crucial role in supporting macronutrient metabolism, specifically of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Biotin helps to break down each macronutrient into its subcomponents by activating particular enzymes involved in the process. For example, breaking down carbohydrates into glucose that can then be used as a primary source of energy by the body.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in biotin.

2. Vitamin B12

Helps convert food into energy.

Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, plays a crucial role in the process of converting food into energy through its involvement in the metabolism of macronutrients, particularly proteins and fats. Plant-based diets are typically low in vitamin B12 and a deficiency in this key nutrient can lead to disruptions in the mechanisms involved in energy metabolism.

As such, Huel Hot & Savory Cups have been fortified with a vegan-friendly form of vitamin B12, cyanocobalamin, and each serving is high in vitamin B12.

3. Iron

Maintains healthy energy levels.

Iron is an essential mineral that plays a critical role in the formation of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that helps transport oxygen from the lungs to various tissues and organs in the body. When the body lacks sufficient iron it can lead to anaemia and reduced oxygen-carrying capacity leading to tiredness and fatigue.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in iron.

Digestive Support

It’s no surprise that the correct functioning and health of the digestive system can be influenced by the foods we eat. Huel Hot & Savory Cups contain key nutrients to keep your digestive system thriving.

1. Fiber

Promotes bowel regularity and feeds the gut.

Fiber plays a vital role in supporting healthy digestion through various mechanisms. It adds bulk to stools, facilitating softening and preventing constipation, ultimately easing the passage of stool through the digestive tract. Additionally, fiber contributes to the regulation of bowel movements.

When these pre-biotic fibers are broken down by the gut bacteria, byproducts called short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are produced which can improve gastrointestinal health^[2].

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is a good source of fiber.

3. Calcium

Proper function of digestive enzymes.

Calcium plays a lesser-known role in supporting digestive enzymes, serving as a co-factor. It is essential for the efficient functioning of key digestive enzymes, ensuring effective breakdown and absorption of nutrients in the digestive process. Without it, these enzymes may not work efficiently.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in calcium.

Immune Health

Nourishing your body with the right nutrients is essential in supporting a resilient immune system. Huel Hot & Savory Cups are formulated with key nutrients to fortify your body's defenses, promoting optimal immune health.

1. Vitamin C

A versatile immune supporter.

Vitamin C is an all-rounder when it comes to immune support. It acts as a powerful antioxidant to neutralize free radicals, supports white blood cell function, and aids the generation of antibodies, both key elements in the immune response to pathogens. Vitamin C also aids in the synthesis of collagen, maintaining the integrity of the skin, which is a first line of defense against pathogens entering the body.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in vitamin C.

2. Vitamin D

Supports the function of immune cells.

Vitamin D plays a crucial role in promoting immune health through multiple mechanisms. It regulates the function of various immune cells responsible for identifying and combating pathogens like bacteria and viruses. Furthermore, its anti-inflammatory properties contribute to the control and reduction of chronic inflammation, preventing potential harm.

Ensuring an adequate intake of vitamin D is especially crucial during the winter months when sunlight exposure is limited, as vitamin D is primarily synthesized in the skin through sunlight exposure.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in vitamin D.

Skin, Hair and Nails

Investing in pricey skincare products might not be the only secret to radiant skin, strong nails, and lustrous hair. Instead, prioritize nourishing your body from the inside out. Huel Hot & Savory Cups offer a comprehensive blend of essential nutrients specifically designed to fortify your skin, nails, and hair.

1. Protein

Building blocks for collagen, elastin, and keratin.

Protein is a fundamental component that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of the skin, hair, and nails. The skin consists of two structural proteins, collagen, and elastin, while your hair and nails are primarily made up of the protein keratin. Adequate protein intake supports the synthesis of collagen which helps with skin elasticity, and keratin which contributes to the strength and resilience of hair and nails. Proteins are also essential for the repair and renewal of cells throughout the body including skin cells, crucial for wound healing and general skin health maintenance.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in protein.

2. Zinc

For healthy skin, hair and nails.

Zinc, a vital mineral, aids in maintaining skin health by facilitating effective wound healing and reinforcing the integrity of the skin barrier. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory properties contribute to alleviating skin irritation and redness linked to specific skin conditions. Zinc plays a crucial role in keratin synthesis, the primary protein constituting hair, and is instrumental in the proper development of nail cells, fostering the creation of the nail plate.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is a good source of zinc.

3. Vitamin C

For collagen production.

Vitamin C plays a vital role in the enzymatic reactions that convert amino acids, the building blocks of protein, into collagen, a structural protein that provides strength and structure to the skin. Vitamin C is also a powerful antioxidant that can help protect the skin from free-radical damage.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in vitamin C.

4. Vitamin A

Supports healthy skin.

Vitamin A is an essential micronutrient crucial for promoting the healthy growth and differentiation of skin cells, touted to help maintain skin texture, prevent dryness, and regulate the natural skin oil (sebum) important for maintaining skin hydration. It is also an integral part of the wound-healing process.

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in vitamin A.

Cognitive Function

A well-balanced diet not only fuels the body but also plays a crucial role in supporting cognitive function and overall brain health. Huel Hot & Savory Cups contain key nutrients that play crucial roles in supporting healthy brain function.

1. Vitamin B6

Supports the synthesis of neurotransmitters.

Vitamin B6, otherwise known as pyridoxine, is involved in the synthesis of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)^[1]. These neurotransmitters play key roles in mood regulation, stress response, and overall cognitive function^[2]. B6 is essential for the conversion of tryptophan (an amino acid) into serotonin, a neurotransmitter associated with mood stabilization and emotional well-being^[2].

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is a good source of vitamin B6.

2. Vitamin B12

Helps support healthy brain function.

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin essential for the development and function of the central nervous system, the synthesis of neurotransmitters, and can support brain function through various mechanisms^[3]. Vitamin B12 is crucial for the formation of methionine, which is involved in many processes relating to brain function^[4].

As such, Huel Hot & Savory Cups have been fortified with a vegan-friendly form of vitamin B12, cyanocobalamin, and each serving is high in vitamin B12.

3. Iron

Contributes to brain health.

Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin, a protein that carries oxygen to the cells. Inadequate dietary iron intake can lead to reduced oxygen transport, which could have an impact on cognitive function. The symptoms of cognitive deficiency observed in cases of iron-deficient anemia encompass deficits in attention, perceptual-motor speed, memory, and verbal fluency^[5].

Each serving of Huel Hot & Savory Cups is high in iron.

*Nutritionals may vary depending on the flavor

References

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2. Anne-Mette, Hvas., Svend, Juul., Per, Bech., Ebba, Nexo. (2004). Vitamin B6 level is associated with symptoms of depression.. Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, 73(6):340-343. doi: 10.1159/000080386

3. Allen LH. Vitamin B-12. Adv Nutr. 2012 Jan;3(1):54-5. doi: 10.3945/an.111.001370. Epub 2012 Jan 5. PMID: 22332101; PMCID: PMC3262614.

4. A., David, Smith., Martin, J., Warren., Helga, Refsum. (2018). Vitamin B 12. Advances in food and nutrition research, doi: 10.1016/BS.AFNR.2017.11.005

5. Malestrom, 2002. Encyclopaedia of the human brain. Academic Press, New York