Story: Healthy Habits- Nuts
Episode: 6
Presenter: Julie Meek
Air Date: 8th November 2020
Nuts are perfect if you’re looking for a quick and delicious snack with some great health benefits.
- Australians consume an average of 6g of nuts a day, which is well below the recommended 30g handful.
- Nuts of all kinds are rich in healthy fats and eating them every day can reduce your risk of developing heart disease and Type 2 diabetes.
- They can also help manage cholesterol and body weight, as they are high in protein and fibre.
- Brazil nuts are a good source of selenium, which is important for healthy hair.
- Walnuts are great for our brain health, as they are high in omega-3 fatty acids and polyphenols.
- Cashews are very rich in resistant starch, which is the prebiotic fibre that helps build up the healthy bacteria in your gut.