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Meals And Nutrition

Do Viva meals contain preservatives or artificial additives?

· By Colm Farrington
The short answer

No. We're all about real foods and don't use artificial preservatives in any meal. The meals stay fresh because they're cooked recently and delivered chilled - they're not engineered for a long shelf life. Natural sweetness comes from fruit and vegetables, never refined sugar substitutes. Full ingredient lists are shown for every meal before you order.

Each meal is cooked, blast-chilled, and delivered the same week. Shelf life is short by design — that’s how we avoid the preservatives that long-life or shelf-stable meals depend on.

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Yes. Protein is a cornerstone of how we build meals - it supports muscle, keeps you satisfied between meals, and slows the spike in blood sugar. Most Viva meals provide 25-40g of protein per serving, sourced from a mix of lean meats, eggs, pulses, and plant proteins. You can see the protein content of every meal in our menu before you order.

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What if I have dietary restrictions or allergies?

Set your dietary preferences in your account - vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, plus any specific allergens to avoid - and we'll only show you meals that match. Every meal has full ingredient and allergen information visible before you order. If you have a serious allergy, please contact us before signing up so we can talk through whether Viva works for you - our kitchen handles common allergens, and we'd rather have an honest conversation up front than risk a mistake.

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Can I choose my own meals each week?

Yes. After your first delivery, you have full control over which meals you receive each week. Log into your account, browse the menu, and pick what you want for the upcoming delivery. If you don't make changes before the cut-off, we'll repeat your previous selection or pick a balanced mix based on your dietary preferences. There's no extra cost for changing meals - it's just part of the plan.

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