15/05/2026
How about a Ramen for tomorrow nights dinner?
What is ramen – and is it actually healthy?
Ramen is a Japanese noodle dish traditionally made with wheat noodles served in a rich, savoury broth, often topped with ingredients like vegetables, eggs, seaweed, and meat or fish. Authentic ramen is all about slow‑cooked broths, depth of flavour, and nourishment.
However, not all ramen is the same.
🛑 Instant ramen (the packet kind) is usually:
Ultra‑processed
High in salt
Low in nutrients
Made with refined oils and additives
✅ Traditional or homemade ramen, on the other hand, can be:
Rich in minerals and amino acids (especially if made with bone broth)
Supportive of gut health and joints
Customisable with vegetables, quality protein, and lower salt
🌿 Is ramen healthy?
It depends on how it’s made. A bowl built on a natural broth, quality ingredients, and minimal processing can absolutely be part of a nourishing diet. A highly processed packet version? Best kept as an occasional convenience food.
✨ The takeaway:
Ramen itself isn’t the problem — processing is. Like many traditional foods, when made slowly and naturally, it can be comforting, satisfying, and supportive of health.
Using Spear & Arrow Bone Broth pouches to make your Ramen is a healthy option with less than 1% fat content and no added salt.
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