Sports Dietitians Australia Factsheets
Welcome to the Sports Dietitians Australia factsheets! We encourage you to use the factsheets to further your understanding of these specific areas of sports nutrition but please note that the information they contain is general in nature. We all have different physical needs and attributes. This means that while there are general principles, the key to sports nutrition is that it is very individual in nature. For this reason, not all factsheets are publicly available and are accessible only to members. For support that is specific to your activity needs and health and stage of life requirements, please reach out to an Accredited Sports Dietitian.
Can eating nuts help with weight maintenance or weight loss goals?
Yes! In fact, regular nut consumption is linked with a reduced body weight, body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference. (i) Replacing less-healthy foods (like processed meats, crisps or a chocolate bar) with a handful (30g) of nuts daily significantly improves diet quality, and supports brain and heart health, without weight gain. (ii iii iv)Nuts help by:
- Satisfying and reducing hunger, as the...