Episode 25 – Nuts and gut health

November 2022. About this episode: In this episode of The Healthy Handful podcast, we speak with dietitian Nicole Dynan, for a deep dive into nuts and gut health. Many factors influence gut health, including age, gender, the environment, antibiotic use and our diets. So, what’s the best diet to ensure our gut remains healthy? And … Continue reading Episode 25 – Nuts and gut health

How much fibre do nuts contain?

Looking to add more fibre to your day? You’re not alone! Most Australians fall short of their daily fibre needs. A handful of nuts is a healthy way to boost your fibre intake. But how much fibre do nuts contain and which ones contain the most?   Why is fibre important? Dietary fibre is important … Continue reading How much fibre do nuts contain?

Gut health research

The body of evidence about nuts and gut health continues to grow, with new local and international research papers regularly published. Body of evidence Daily cashew and Brazil nut consumption modifies intestinal health in overweight women on energy-restricted intervention: A randomized controlled trial (Brazilian Nuts Study). (Kelly Souza Silveira et al, 2024).This 8-week randomised controlled … Continue reading Gut health research

Nuts and health infographics

The daily habit of a handful of nuts offers some major health benefits! We’d love you to download and share our nuts and health infographics. Please credit all with ‘Image courtesy of Nuts for Life’. Latest infographics Other infographics A Healthy Handful Daily infographics

Top 10 Nut FAQs

We answer your top 10 most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about nuts, and bust some nut myths along the way!  Should you avoid nuts if you’re trying to lose weight? No. Decades of research shows that regularly eating nuts is not linked with weight gain. Eating a handful of nuts (30g) each day can actually … Continue reading Top 10 Nut FAQs

Webinar: Nuts, nutrients and better health

Missed out on our recent webinar? Dr. Elizabeth Neale, University of Wollongong presented the results of a recent re-analysis of the Australian Health Survey (AHS) data exploring the relationship of nut consumption vs. non-nut consumption on nutrient intakes and anthropometric data. Nutrition scientist, Dr. Flavia Fayet-Moore revealed the results of some exciting research about the … Continue reading Webinar: Nuts, nutrients and better health

What makes nuts so healthy?

Health authorities around the world recommend eating more plant foods, including nuts, for good health. Nuts are like nature’s own vitamin supplement – a small package containing a unique combination of at least 28 different essential nutrients. Regularly eating nuts has been shown to contribute to heart health, reduce overall mortality and the risk of … Continue reading What makes nuts 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 gut health

Healthy and diverse dietary patterns, including those that incorporate nuts, benefit gut health. The gut microbiota (the community of different bacteria in the intestine) is an increasingly popular area of study among researchers. Gut health is now believed to impact on the development of many chronic diseases, such as obesity. Estimates suggest that around 100 … Continue reading Nuts and gut health

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