October 2022. About this episode: In this episode of The Healthy Handful podcast, we speak with dietitian Melanie McGrice about the evidence behind diet, nuts and fertility, and why the first 1,000 days of life is so critical. Good nutrition can optimise both egg and sperm health. From selenium and omega-3s for men, to iodine … Continue reading Episode 24 – Nuts and fertility
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
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
The body of evidence about nuts and pregnancy and fertility continues to grow, with new local and international research papers regularly published. Body of evidence A greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra virgin olive oil and nuts during pregnancy is associated with improved offspring health at six years of age.In this study, … Continue reading Pregnancy and fertility research
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
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 are safe to eat during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. And what’s more, enjoying a daily 30g handful can help women meet the increased nutritional needs of pregnancy and breastfeeding. Here are some good reasons to include a handful of nuts in your diet when you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Nuts are nutrient dense, providing … Continue reading Nuts during pregnancy and breastfeeding
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