Our Healthy Lifestyle Blog

February marks National Heart Month in the UK, a timely reminder that cardiovascular health should be part of everyday workplace wellbeing. For businesses searching for healthy workplace snacks in London, offering better food choices via a vending machine or smart fridge isn’t just a perk, it’s a practical way to support employee health, energy, and long-term wellbeing. Across London offices, employees are increasingly aware of how food impacts their health. Diets high in p

London offices are rethinking how they provide food and drink. Since COVID, traditional canteens have declined, hybrid working has reshaped demand, and businesses are seeking smarter, more sustainable solutions that support employee wellbeing without increasing overheads. A comparison that often come up when considering options: micro markets or vending machines . When deciding between a micro market or vending machine, London employers must consider space, flexibility, cost

January can be a difficult month for many people. Short daylight hours, colder weather, post-Christmas fatigue and financial pressures can all impact mood and motivation. Blue Monday, often referred to as the “most depressing day of the year” , usually falls on the third Monday in January and has become a useful moment for workplaces to pause and think about employee wellbeing. While wellbeing goes far beyond food alone, encouraging healthier eating habits and a focus on nutr

In fast-paced office environments, businesses are constantly looking for simple, effective ways to support productivity, wellbeing and employee satisfaction. One solution that continues to prove its value is the  office vending machine . From encouraging regular breaks to improving access to food and drink throughout the day, office vending machines play a bigger role in workplace culture than many people realise. So, have you already ordered your office vending machine from

In December 2025, the Jar Healthy Vending team came together to celebrate the festive season. It felt like the perfect opportunity to share a little more about the people behind the machines, including how long they’ve been with us and their favourite snacks from our vending machines. Read on to get to know the team a little better. Sammy – Client Relationship Manager Sammy is our Client Relationship Manager and has been with The Jar for two years. Her favourite part of the r

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been steadily changing the way we interact with everyday services, from banking to transport to retail. As we move into 2026, AI is becoming even more embedded in daily life, and vending is no exception. Over the past few years, the vending industry has quietly undergone a major shift away from traditional coin-operated machines towards intelligent, data-driven systems. At the centre of this transformation are AI vending solutions, mostly incl

Winter can be a challenging time for workplace wellbeing. Shorter days, colder weather and increased pressure in the lead-up to Christmas can all take a toll on energy levels, mood and immunity. That’s why winter wellness at work is more important than ever and why the food and drink people have access to during the day really matters. At The Jar Healthy Vending, we believe vending machines should actively support wellbeing, not work against it. Throughout the cold, winter mo

We’re incredibly proud to announce that The Jar Healthy Vending has officially earned Carbon Neutral Certification for 2024/25, verified by Carbon Neutral Britain. This achievement means a huge deal to us as a small, independent business. It reflects our genuine commitment to measuring, reducing, and offsetting our carbon emissions and marks a major step forward in our mission to provide sustainable vending machines London. The Jar Healthy Vending proudly earns the Certified

This week (3–7 November) marks International Stress Awareness Week, a time to reflect on how we can all better manage stress and support wellbeing, especially in the workplace. This year’s theme focuses on optimising employee wellbeing through strategic stress management . At The Jar Healthy Vending, we care about helping London workplaces and venues do exactly that. We believe that small, everyday habits like taking a coffee break, choosing a healthy snack, or enjoying a cal

We are over the moon to share that The Jar Healthy Vending has officially achieved SafeContractor Accreditation from Alcumus, a nationally recognised mark of excellence that demonstrates our commitment to health, safety and responsible business practices across all of our vending and coffee machines in London. The SafeContractor certification recognises our high standards in workplace safety, compliance and ethical operations, confirming that The Jar meets the rigorous requir

With World Vegan Day just around the corner (1 November 2025), it’s the perfect time for your London workplace or venue to refresh your vending machine offering to align with employee wellbeing, inclusivity, and modern workplace values. At The Jar Healthy Vending, we specialise in healthy vending machines in London, designed to support modern workplaces, venues, and gyms with smarter, fresher, and more inclusive vending options. The Jar believes that stocking vegan items in y

Here we are already in 2022. How has the year started for you? Surprisingly, this year none of the Jar Healthy Vending team members...

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As Adel promised in her previous “The Jar - Healthy Vending Trends” post we are back with even more newbies for 2021. Although you have...

The world has indeed changed in the past year. Will it all ever be the same? Surely, no! And this is somewhat a good thing. Don't get us...

While travelling is still on hold for some of us, we suppose it’s only fair to continue the sequence of around the world virtual...