Five Places in Gloucester to Detox your Diet in the New Year

Looking for a cleanse following Christmas feasts? 

Whether it is fresh organic produce to get your diet back on track or food packed with protein to help you reach your fitness goals, Gloucester has a variety of healthy food retailers for you to banish the winter blues.

For Those Seeking a Vitamin Boost

Holland and Barrett

Holland and Barrett is widely regarded as a leading retailer for providing nutritious food and drink products. The three Gloucester shops located on Southgate Street, in Eastgate Shopping Centre and in Gloucester Quays offer a range of healthy foods from their sugar free snacks to their superfood ranges and so much more. 

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For Feasting on Healthy Alternatives

Grape Tree 

Grape Tree are quickly becoming a household name for healthy eating and it is easy to see why. They offer a variety of healthy snacks from crunchy nuts such as almonds and cashews to tasty dried fruit such as yogurt raisins. They also have many seeds and spices to complement a healthy meal. Snacks are available to cater to different dietary requirements such as vegan, dairy free and gluten free. The Gloucester shop is conveniently located in Eastgate Shopping Centre for you to browse whilst doing your weekend shopping.

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For Healthy Food on your Doorstep

Gloucester's Farmers Market

Gloucester's Farmers Market offers the perfect opportunity to shop locally and seasonally, with many stalls offering a fine range of seasonal vegetables and soft fruits. Stall holders will have grown, bred, caught, pickled, brewed or baked the goods themselves, so you can guarantee that you are buying Gloucester's own fresh produce whilst supporting local businesses. Gloucester's Farmers Market takes place every Friday between 9am and 3pm on all four of the Gate Streets. 

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For Picking Fresh Fruit 

Elmore Fruit Farm 

Elmore Fruit Farm pride themselves on offering great-tasting, locally produced fruit whilst also being fairly priced. They grow a wide variety of fruit on their farm such as different types of berries and currants. Elmore Fruit Farm also supply fruit to local food producers, demonstrating how the quality of their fruit is valued across Gloucester. Elmore Fruit Farm are located in Hardwicke, in the Spring they offer the opportunity to pick your own fruit or provide pre-picked boxes for convenience if preferred.

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For Fresh Fruit and Veg Ready to Collect 

Over Farm Market

Over Farm Market combines a fresh food shopping experience with the events attraction of Over Farm. They have lots of produce to order from their online shop such as fruit, vegetables, and dairy. Their pre-packed fresh produce boxes take the hassle out of shopping and allow you to collect your fresh food at a time convenient for you. Over Farm offers next-day collection for online orders. You can also visit Over Farm Market in person to pick your own delicious fresh food assortment and take in their beautiful farmlands. 

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Visit our Gloucester Food Heroes page for where you can find fresh food in Gloucester and take a look at our restaurants page for the different options around Gloucester for a healthy night out.