Men’s Health Week is celebrated, around the globe, every year in June. Enjoying a healthy handful of nuts every day is an important step towards keeping Australian men healthy! Five ways a healthy handful of nuts can support men’s health Nuts for your … nuts Snacking on a handful of nuts can improve male fertility. … Continue reading Men’s Health Week

The body of evidence about nuts and health continues to grow. These local and international research papers, recently published, corroborate decades of research about the importance of a healthy handful of nuts in a healthy diet. Daily almond consumption in cardiovascular disease prevention via LDL-C change in the U.S. population: a cost-effectiveness analysis. (2020)Wang J. … Continue reading New research: May 2020

As we spend more time at home, and shop less frequently, making the most of the food in our pantry is more important than ever. Nuts are a great pantry staple, as they are a nutritious, plant-based food with a relatively long shelf life. Whether you’re cooking dinner, or preparing snacks to keep you fuelled … Continue reading Pantry-friendly ideas

We’re often told to make sure we eat healthy snacks. But what does that mean? And how do we know if a snack is a healthy choice? A healthy snack is one that has a high nutritional value. The easiest way to achieve this is by focusing on core foods (like fruits, vegetables, nuts and … Continue reading What makes a healthy snack?

The start of term two in Australia means home schooling for many families. As well as wrestling with the curriculum and negotiating device sharing, parents are creating daily school lunches, without the chance of respite from the canteen. But don’t worry. We have you covered with plenty of delicious and nutritious ideas that will please … Continue reading Home school lunches

The body of evidence about nuts and health continues to grow. These local and international research papers, recently published, corroborate decades of research about the importance of a healthy handful of nuts in a healthy diet. Does ‘activating’ nuts affect nutrient bioavailability? (2020)Kumari. S. et alThis study assessed the effects of different soaking regimes on … Continue reading New research: April 2020

Nuts are a nutrient-rich, plant-based food staple, with a relatively long shelf-life. Keep your nuts tasting their best with our tips on storing nuts. Top tips for storing nuts: Remove nuts from plastic bags and store them in an airtight container. Keep nuts in the fridge for up to 4 months, or the freezer for … Continue reading Storing nuts

By Accredited Nutritionist Jacqueline Alwill – to bust some common nut myths! Nuts are the perfect nutrient-packed addition to any diet whether you’re flexitarian, trying to increase your plant foods, following a high protein diet or simply looking for easy ways to be a little healthier. So why aren’t we eating more? A new study … Continue reading Nuts make you fat . . . and other nut myths, busted

by Jacqueline Alwill, Accredited Nutritionist My answer to the question ‘Should I eat nuts every day?’ is a definite yes! Nuts are like nature’s own vitamin supplement – a small package containing a combination of at least 28 different essential nutrients. Here’s my tips to help you reach the target 30g (or a handful) of … Continue reading Should I eat nuts every day?

Easter in Australia falls during nut harvest time, making it the perfect time to add delicious and nutritious nuts to your everyday and entertaining recipes. Nuts are also a fantastic accompaniment to chocolate . . . just in case you have any around! Try these favourite Easter recipes Whether it’s a traditional Easter treat, healthier … Continue reading Nutty Easter treats