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The Healthy Handful

Nuts for Life
Nuts
Gut Microbiome
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart Health
Appetite Regulation
Health Star Rating System
Chronic Kidney Disease
Malnutrition
Sarcopenia
Seeds
Dietary Guidelines
Calories
Energy Balance
Almonds
University Of South Australia
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrates
Australia
Dietary Patterns

The podcast that keeps you up-to-date on all things nuts! Hosted by Nuts for Life Program Manager and Accredited Practising Dietitian Belinda Neville. Each month, Belinda talks with someone new – from nutrition experts and researchers to nut growers – to find out why there's so much to love about nuts! Host: Belinda Neville Connect: Contact us at admin@nutsforlife.com.au Sign up to NutENews Follow... more

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Dementia is one of Australia's greatest health challenges, with a profound impact not only on those living with the condition, but also on families, carers and the broader healthcare system.

While age remains the greatest risk factor, growing evid... more

The Health Star Rating (HSR) system is a valuable front-of-pack nutrition labelling tool designed to help consumers compare packaged foods and make healthier choices.

But how accurately does the HSR reflect the healthfulness of core foods? And how ... more

As Australia marks Food Allergy Week, we're revisiting this important episode exploring research around nut allergy prevention and management. Australia continues to have one of the highest rates of food allergy in the world, with reactions ranging f... more

In this episode of The Healthy Handful, host Belinda Neville speaks with Professor Kelly Lambert about the rising prevalence of kidney disease, the major risk factors including high blood pressure and diabetes, and the important role nutrition plays ... more

In this episode, we speak with gut microbiome researcher, Dr Matthew Snelson to unpack the fascinating and rapidly-evolving science of the microbes that live within our digestive system.

Together, we explore how the gut microbiome develops - from ... more

Just like the rest of our body, our brain is deeply influenced by our lifestyle. The quality of our sleep, how often we move, and what we eat, all play a powerful role in shaping brain health.

To function at its best, the brain relies on a wide var... more

Nutrition is a fundamental pillar of performance, influencing everything from fuelling and hydration to recovery, injury prevention, sleep, and mental focus.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2022, Accredited Sports Dietitian Emilie Burgess ... more

Our 57th episode takes a different turn - our dietitians wrap-up of the best of 2025!

We look back on the standout moments and key achievements in the world of nuts and health.

Host of The Healthy Handful podcast, Belinda Neville, is joined by co... more

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Recent Guests

Sara Grafenauer
Associate Professor, program lead for nutrition and dietetics at University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Episode: Improving the HSR for nuts [re-release]
Dr. Vicki McWilliam
Senior Dietitian and Clinician Scientist Fellow
Murdoch Children's Research Institute
Episode: Allergy prevention and management [re-release]
Kelly Lambert
Professor and dietitian focused on kidney disease and diet–disease interactions
Kidney health expert
Episode: Diet and kidney disease: Episode 59
Matthew Snelson
Expert in the gut microbiome
Episode: Diet and the gut microbiome: Episode 58
Dr. Wolf Marx
From the Food and Mood Centre at Deakin University
Food and Mood Centre, Deakin University
Episode: Food and mood [re-release]
Emilie Burgess
Accredited sports dietitian
Episode: Nuts and fitness [re-release]
Dr. Sharayah Carter
Researcher from the University of South Australia
University of South Australia
Episode: Almonds and appetite regulation [re-release]
Tim Cassettari
Dietitian and nutrition researcher
Dietitian and nutrition researcher
Episode: Rethinking calories: The nuts and weight story. Episode 56
Lily Henderson
National Nutrition Advisor at the Heart Foundation of New Zealand
Heart Foundation of New Zealand
Episode: Nuts, seeds and heart health [re-release]

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Belinda Neville
Host of The Healthy Handful; Nut for Life program manager and accredited practising dietitian

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Nuts and fitness [re-release]
Q: Do protein powders have a necessary role, or can protein be adequately obtained from foods like nuts?
Protein powders can be convenient but are not essential if daily protein needs are met through high-quality foods; a food-first approach using nuts to boost protein in meals can be effective and may provide other nutritional benefits like calcium, fiber, and antioxidants.
Allergy prevention and management [re-release]
Q: Do you think we'll live in a world free of food allergies someday?
While it would be a dream, the current research landscape suggests that allergy prevention and management will continue to improve, with multiple trials exploring early prevention, treatments like OIT, and new therapies, but a complete cure remains uncertain.
From crunch to strength – The role of nuts in sarcopenia. Episode 55
Q: Why did you choose peanut butter for the clinical trial dosing, and what are you hoping to find?
Peanut butter was chosen because it is affordable, familiar, and versatile, making it suitable for older adults who may have chewing issues; the trial uses 42 grams per day to test effects on muscle mass, strength, physical function, cognitive function, and biological aging over six months.
From crunch to strength – The role of nuts in sarcopenia. Episode 55
Q: Can you explain what sarcopenia actually is and why it matters for older adults?
Sarcopenia is muscle loss due to aging, accompanied by loss of strength and function; it affects about one in three older adults and increases the risk of falls, frailty, and loss of independence, ultimately impacting quality of life and potentially leading to earlier mortality.
From crunch to strength – The role of nuts in sarcopenia. Episode 55
Q: So Yen, malnutrition and the research into preventing malnutrition in older adults is a particular interest of yours. So to set the scene, what's the prevalence of malnutrition in Australia?
Malnutrition in older Australians is substantial, with about 27% of community-dwelling older adults affected and up to 50% in aged care settings, driven by reduced appetite, chewing/swallowing difficulties, higher nutrient needs from chronic illnesses, and decreased physical activity.

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This show centers on nuts and their impact on health, exploring evidence across nutrition, heart health, gut microbiomes, weight management, and metabolic conditions. Episodes feature allergy science, aging nutrition, diabetes management, and public health messaging, often grounded in clinical or university research and real-world dietary guidance. A standout pattern is translating complex nutrition science into practical, consumer-friendly tips, while debating policy and labeling topics like the Health Star Rating. Noteworthy is the consistent involvement of researchers, clinicians, and practitioners who bring rigorous, evidence-based perspectives to nut-centric topics, making it a strong fit for listeners who want actionable science-drive... more

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