Weight loss? ‘Nuting’ to worry about with almonds

20-Sep-2023 - When it comes to weight loss, nuts can get a bad rap – while they’re high in protein, they’re also high in fats, and this often deters those looking to shed a few kilos. Butnew researchfrom theUniversity of South Australiashows that you can eat almonds and lose weight too. In the largest ...

A Mediterranean diet not only boosts health, but also improves fertility

06-Jan-2023 - With an emphasis on fruits, vegetables and legumes, the Mediterranean diet has long been applauded for its multiple health benefits. Now, new research shows that it may also help overcome infertility, making it a non-intrusive and affordable strategy for couples trying to conceive. Conducted by ...

Walnuts the new brain food for stressed university students

19-Dec-2022 - Stressed university students might want to add walnuts to their daily diet in the weeks leading up to their next exam. A new clinical trial of undergraduate students during their university studies has shown positive effects of walnut consumption on self-reported measures of mental health and ...

Believe it or ‘nut’, almonds can help you cut calories

23-Nov-2022 - Weight loss is never an easy nut to crack, but a handful of almonds could keep extra kilos at bay according to new research from the University of South Australia. Examining how almonds can affect appetite, researchers found that a snack of 30-50 grams of almonds could help people cut back on the ...

Long term high-fat diet expands waistline and shrinks brain

“Obesity and diabetes impair the central nervous system, exacerbating psychiatric disorders and cognitive decline”

11-Jul-2022 - New research shows that fatty foods may not only be adding to your waistline but also playing havoc with your brain. An international study led by UniSA neuroscientists Professor Xin-Fu Zhou and Associate Professor Larisa Bobrovskaya has established a clear link between mice fed a high-fat diet ...

Cheers! Here’s to the health-conscious youth: an untapped drinks market for restaurants

05-Jul-2022 - As the restaurant sector shifts back into gear, catering to younger health-conscious consumers could help the industry return to its former glory, as new research shows that more than a quarter of customers would be happy to pay premium prices for healthier products. Conducted by the University ...

A daily dose of yoghurt could be the go-to food to manage high blood pressure

08-Dec-2021 - Whether it’s a dollop on your morning cereal or a simple snack on the go, a daily dose of yoghurt could be the next go-to food for people with high blood pressure, according to new research from the University of South Australia. Conducted in partnership with the University of Maine, the study ...

The 5:2 diet - a good choice for gestational diabetes

02-Nov-2021 - Weight loss after gestational diabetes can prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. Yet finding the most effective way to lose weight and keep it off can be a challenge, especially for mothers with a new baby. Now, new research from the University of South Australia suggests that the popular 5:2 or ...

Is your child a fussy eater?

Top tips to help your child get back on track

22-Sep-2021 - Whether it’s an exclusive appetite for ‘white’ foods or an all-out refusal on veggies, when you have a fussy eater on your hands, mealtime can be more than a challenge. While picky eating is all part of the norm for developing toddlers, when it extends into school years, it takes a toll on all ...

Espresso, latte or decaf?

Genetic code drives your desire for coffee

29-Apr-2021 - Whether you hanker for a hard hit of caffeine or favour the frothiness of a milky cappuccino, your regular coffee order could be telling you more about your cardio health than you think. In a world first study of 390,435 people, University of South Australia researchers found causal genetic ...