Health Field: Allergy
Common nut myths
Here we take a look at some of the most common questions and answers about nuts and bust some of those myths. Should you avoid nuts if you’re trying to lose weight? No, you don’t need to avoid nuts if you’re trying to lose weight. Eating a handful of nuts (30g) each day can actually … Continue reading Common nut myths
When should nuts be introduced into an infant’s diet?
The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy Limited (ASCIA) was established in 1990 as the peak professional body of clinical immunology and allergy in Australia and New Zealand. The ASCIA infant feeding guidelines [1] recommend introducing foods according to what the family usually eats, regardless of whether the food is considered to be a … Continue reading When should nuts be introduced into an infant’s diet?
What foods commonly contain nuts?
Peanuts and tree nuts can be found in a variety of foods and often in foods we do not suspect, such as cereal or muesli bars, breakfast cereals and bakery items. Therefore, it is essential to check the ingredients every time you make a purchase and to understand food labels to be able to choose … Continue reading What foods commonly contain nuts?
If you’re allergic to one nut, do you need to avoid all nuts?
For individuals with a tree nut and/or peanut allergy under the care of an allergy specialist, advice may vary as to whether you need to avoid all nuts or only specific nuts. This decision can be a complex clinical one based on the age of the patient, history of past reactions, co-existing medical conditions and … Continue reading If you’re allergic to one nut, do you need to avoid all nuts?
Nuts and health – what are their benefits and what makes them so healthy
Health authorities around the world recommend eating more plant foods for good health: good for the body and for the environment. Nuts are like nature’s own vitamin supplement – a small package containing a combination of at least 28 different essential nutrients. Regularly eating nuts has been shown to contribute to heart health, reduce overall … Continue reading Nuts and health – what are their benefits and what makes them so healthy
Nuts – A summary of their health effects
The health benefits of nuts have been established from decades of research. Evidence consistently shows that regular nut consumption is associated with good health. Being nutrient powerhouses packed with essential nutrients and bioactive substances, it’s no wonder that nuts are emerging as one of the most relevant foods for optimal health.
Nuts and allergy
Tree nut and peanut allergies are relatively common and there is evidence that they are increasing. Although botanically unrelated, tree nut and peanut allergies commonly co-exist. Reactions to tree nuts, similar to peanuts, can be life-threatening and may occur with very small doses. The allergic response involves the release of histamine and other inflammatory markers … Continue reading Nuts and allergy
