An update on the scientific evidence around nut processing, based on local and international published research papers. Impact of post-harvest storage conditions on polyphenol composition and antioxidant activity in natural almonds. (Ragno et al, 2025).This study found that post-harvest storage conditions significantly impact the polyphenolic profile and antioxidant properties of almonds. For short-term storage (≤ … Continue reading Nut processing research
Like all nuts, Brazil nuts are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals beneficial to health. Regularly eating nuts has been shown to contribute to heart health, reduce overall mortality and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, assist with weight management, reduce the risk of cancer, improve sperm quality, reduce depression and overall promote … Continue reading Brazil nuts
Chestnuts are quite different from other nuts, both nutritionally and culinarily. Nutritionally, they are closer to whole grains. And taste-wise, chestnuts have a sweet nutty taste, but a texture more like a baked potato. Chestnuts have a unique nutritional make-up. They are lower in fat and have a higher water content than other nuts. Chestnuts … Continue reading Chestnuts
Client/patient resource. Nuts, like fruit and vegetables, are an important part of a balanced diet and should be enjoyed every day to promote good health. But what are the health benefits of nuts? What makes them so healthy? And what does a serve actually look like? Aim for a 30g serve of nuts every day. … Continue reading Fact sheet: The health benefits of nuts
The fat in nuts is mainly the healthy (unsaturated) type, which is crucial for heart health. Healthy mono- and poly-unsaturated fats – found in nuts, and other foods like seeds, avocado, olives and fish – can help improve cholesterol levels by decreasing ‘bad’ (LDL) cholesterol and increasing ‘good’ (HDL) cholesterol (1). In turn, this can … Continue reading Nuts and their fats
A high intake of the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), may significantly lower our risk of dying. But how much ALA do we need and what are the best food sources? Spoiler: walnuts are one of the few plant foods rich in ALA! Omega-3s in a nutshell Omega-3 fatty acids (also called omega-3 … Continue reading Omega-3 fatty acids in nuts
A new study suggests advice to eat a ‘handful’ of nuts, rather than a ‘30g serving’, could be a better way to get more people eating enough nuts (1). The New Zealand-based researchers found that when using a ‘handful’ to describe a serving of nuts, people were more likely to meet the 30g of nuts … Continue reading Is a ‘handful’ a useful way to guide nut intake recommendations?
We all know that raw (natural) nuts are a great everyday food. But what about roasted nuts? Is roasting nuts ok? Raw and roasted: A similar nutritional make-up Both raw and roasted (whether dry or oil roasted) nuts have a similar nutrient composition. That said, small differences do occur between raw and roasted nuts. This … Continue reading Is roasting nuts ok?
May 2021. About this episode: It’s fair to say that nuts have earned their place as a key food within healthy eating patterns. In fact, research clearly and consistently shows that nuts are essential for good health. Yet most Australians (98%, in fact), fall well short of the recommended ‘healthy handful’ (around 30g) a day, … Continue reading Episode 7 – A nut audit
Research clearly and consistently shows that nuts are essential for good health. Yet most Australians (98% in fact), fall well short of the recommended 30g a day, so are missing out on the health benefits linked with eating a daily handful of nuts. Reasons for this shortfall include concern over the energy, fat and salt … Continue reading An audit of the energy, fat and sodium content of nuts
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