
The truth about nuts and weight
Research consistently shows that nuts do not lead to short-term weight gain and support better weight management over the long…
Contemporary research convincingly shows that nuts support a healthy body weight.
They do not cause weight gain in the short-term and likely support improved weight maintenance in the long term.
Despite this, only 2% of Australians meet the daily target of a handful of nuts a day, with energy density and weight concerns being the major barriers.
So, it is time to rethink nut calories, energy balance and weight?
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Published July 29, 2025
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