Tips to Include Nuts and Dried Fruits Into Your Diet
Have you ever heard the expression you are what you eat? Well, in some sense, it’s true. Nutrients from the foods we eat provide the foundation of function and wholeness of all the cells in our body, which is why it is important that we try to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Healthy Snacking at the Wimbledon Tennis Tournament with Nuts and Dried Fruits
The Wimbledon tennis tournament is back, which means that many of you are looking forward to attending the match with your family and friends (or rivals 😉)
Reasons to Eat Nuts and Dried Fruits on a Daily Basis!
During April try adding nuts and dried fruits into your diet on a daily basis and let us know how you feel! In this article, we will share with you some key moments to eat nuts and dried fruits, and share what health benefits they can bring to your life.
Different ways of eating roast nuts
This month we want to make your life easier, do you want to learn how to roast nuts? You’ve been looking forward to it, haven’t you? Here we go!
Dare to discover fun facts about Pistachios?
Happy Pistachio Day! Each year, 26 February is dedicated to this nut, which punches above its weight when it comes to taste and nutrition! Pistachio lovers rejoice as they eat their favourite nut all day long.
Plant-based Eating and Healthy Recipes with Nuts
New year, new you! Sound familiar? How many of us have started off the year with that healthy eating plan fully loaded and ready to go?
Healthy World Cup Snacking with Nuts & Dried Fruits
Another World Cup is here, which means a number of you will be getting organized to watch the games with family and friends (or rivals), with an assortment of snacks ready to be served. But are nuts and dried fruits in that mix?
A Plant-Based Diet and the Role of Nuts and Dried Fruits
Plant-based diets have been on the rise for a number of years now. Not only are we becoming more self-aware about what we are putting
Why Snacking on Nuts and Dried Fruits May Benefit Your Health
In the past, the concept of snacking has been perceived as negative involving over indulgent “treats” however, that doesn’t have to be the case. Scientific
Common Myths About Nuts and Dried Fruits
Nuts and dried fruits have been in our diets for a long time and, in recent years their health benefits and the importance of adding
Should you go plant based? By Dietitian & Nutritionist, Rebecca Gawthorne
What are your goals for the new year? If you are wanting to step up your health game, live longer and even help the planet,
How to Make Your Own Nut Drink in 3 Easy Steps
As we’re sure you’ve heard, in recent years the interest in plant-based diets has been on the rise and it doesn’t seem like it will
The Impact of Nuts and Dried Fruits on Your Digestive Health
Did you know that human gastrointestinal microbiota, also known as gut flora or gut microbiota, is the human body’s largest population of microorganisms that live
How to Create Routine and Structure When the World Feels Out of Control by Registered Dietitian Nicole Osinga
It’s hard to believe that we have been in a Global Pandemic for about a year now. This situation has not only impacted our health,
The Importance of Omega 3 and the Benefits of Nuts by Nutritionist, Carlos Rios
Extensive evidence shows us that an adequate intake of omega 3 from plant foods in the form of alpha-linolenic acid or ALA (found in nuts
Debunking the Myths of a Plant-Based Diet
Plant-forward eating has been at the forefront of conversation surrounding a healthy and sustainable way of living for a number of years now and, it
Want to Have a Better Brain Health? Diet is Key! (And Nuts Too)
Lifespan has significantly increased in modern society. However, brain diseases are unfortunately on the rise. That includes neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, which is
Add Nuts to Your Diet and you Could Help to Improve the Number and Quality of Sperm
The good news is that not everything is down to genetics – as scientific evidence shows that diet also plays a prominent role in male fertility.
Do You Want to Reduce Your Blood Sugar Levels? Dried Fruits Might Be Your Solution
Despite educational efforts and social awareness, the consumption of fruits and vegetables is lower than recommended by health agencies.
Quick Nutfruit Tips: Learn How to Rehydrate Dried Fruit
Looking for a new taste to add to your dishes? Rehydrate your favorite dried fruits to add the moisture back in. By doing this not only will you enhance their flavor but also soften their texture.
Want to Prevent Strokes? Then… Eat Walnuts!
Walnuts are high in polyunsaturated fat, fiber, thiamin, vitamin B6, and minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper and manganese1,2…
Dried Cranberries May Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections!
Urinary tract infections are one of the most common bacterial infections, affecting nearly 150 million people every year, especially women. Prevention is important and dried cranberries may help us. Want to know how?
Healthy Snack: Spiced Roasted Cashews
Looking for a healthy and nutritious snack to take with you when you’re on the go? Look no further. Take cashews! Did you know that cashews are high in vitamin K and minerals such as…
Eat Pecans! Your Heart Will Thank You for It
Pecans are high in thiamin, also known as vitamin B1, which contributes to the normal function of the heart. They are also high in fiber, minerals such as…
Dates: A Friend for Your Digestive Health
Constipation is a condition in which there is difficulty in emptying the bowels. It could be a chronic condition for many people all over the world and following a low-fiber diet may be one of the causes..
Are Your Blood Sugar Levels High? Eating Pistachios May Help!
Poorly controlled blood sugar levels may increase your chances of developing type 2 diabetes and its complications including kidney, retinal and cardiovascular diseases…
Nuts for Valentine’s Day… Or Any Day Really!
Valentine’s Day is once again around the corner and although known as the day of love sometimes, with all the publicity and pressure surrounding it
Do You Want Better Brain Health? Go Nuts!
Eating nuts has long been associated with having positive effects on our health, especially our heart health. But, did you know that higher nut consumption could also be the key to better cognitive function in the elderly?
Want to Reduce Bad Cholesterol? Macadamias May Help You!
An unhealthy diet, high in saturated fat, sugar, salt and processed foods may affect your health, especially your bad cholesterol levels…
Back to “School” Healthy Meal Ideas
For many, September means the end of the holidays and the return to “reality”. It’s back to work for the adults and back to school
This Valentine’s Day Show Your Heart You Love It
Our heart’s work is never done beat by beat, second by second it never rests. Heart disease is still one of the leading causes of
Tips for a Healthy New Year
Holiday season generally means that healthy thoughts go out of the window (at least that’s true for us) and we enter into January raring to
How to Make Your Christmas Servings Haute Cuisine? Add Nuts and Dried Fruits!
Ferran Adrià, Raül Balam, Neil Perry and Mert Seran, INC’s collaborators, explain some secrets about how to make exclusive dishes with nuts and dried fruits
Nuts for a Longer and Healthier Life
The are different studies concluding that a frequency nut consumption is inversely related to mortality risk. 2015 is drawing to an end and it is now
5 Reasons Why Nuts Are Good for the Heart
According to WHO, 17.5 million people died from cardiovascular diseases in 2012, being the first cause of death in developing and industrialized countries, representing 31% of global
Nuts, a Good Ally to Prevent Cancer
Cancer is considered one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide According to WHO, in 2012 there were 8.2 million of deaths related to cancer, and the
Say It With Nuts
Valentine’s Day has become one of the greatest expressions of how intense is the role played by the advertising industry in our life. Whether you have
6 reasons to include pistachios in your life
Were we to find an image to illustrate what pistachios mean, we would definitely choose the picture of a superhero. They don’t wear a cape,
Space Health Research Comes Down to Earth
Outer space fascinates us – witness the popularity of the epic space adventures in the Star Wars series, and The Martian; or watching news coverage
Nuts Are Everywhere This Summer
Summer time implies some minor changes in our daily habits. Menus, schedules and routines are somewhat altered by this wonderful season called summer. Nuts in
Dried Fruits: Dispelling the Sugar Myths
By Jennette Higgs, Consultant Dietitian. California Prune Board. Traditional dried fruits have historically been considered a nutritious snack choice in parts of the world where abundant
The Role of Nuts in a Vegan Diet
In recent years there has been a slow but continuous increase in attraction to vegetarian or even vegan diets, especially among younger individuals. They offer many
Five Benefits of Eating Nuts and Dried Fruits
Benefits of nuts and dried fruits may help to improve our health and to prevent some diseases when included regularly in eating habits. Because of
Nuts and Christmas, a Perfect Marriage
Christmas has become one of the most festive seasons of the year, especially in Western cultures. Beyond origins, there are many traditions associated with Christmas.
Nuts in the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet is much more than a food pattern. Besides its longstanding tradition and prized guidelines lies a valuable cultural heritage, a rich and
“The right mix of nuts and dried fruits is all you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle”
JP Singh, Executive Chef at Bukhara Chef J.P. Singh is the Executive Chef at Bukhara Restaurant (Delhi, India), winner of the 2017 INC Award for Excellence
Nut Presence in a Diet Doesn’t Mean a Higher Weight Gain
It has long been assumed popularly that nut consumption leads to a weight gain. Their taste and their undeniable gastronomic qualities are out of question, and so are their nutritional…
Nuts and Endothelial Function: How to Reduce your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and other chronic diseases like diabetes has become a generalized concern in today’s society…
“My Recommendation is to Consume 4 to 7 Servings per Week of Any Type of Nuts as Part of a Healthy Diet”
Dr. Marta Guasch-Ferré, Research Fellow at the Department of Nutrition at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (US). She holds a PhD in Nutritional
Want to Improve Your Intestinal Health? Eat Nuts and Dried Fruits!
A new recently study published in The Journal of Nutrition comes to the conclusion that eating walnuts is an adequate way of keeping “bad” cholesterol on track
The INC and Save The Children Join Forces to Empower the Nuts For A Healthier World Project
The INC and the global NGO Save Children have recently joined forces to empower the dissemination project Nuts For a Healthy World and help in
The Kick-Off to the Nuts For A Healthier World Campaign Has Already Reached €6,000
The INC and Save Children have joined forces to empower the dissemination project Nuts For a Healthier World and thanks to the collaboration of our members,
Eating Almonds May Help Keep Your Heart Healthy
Did you know that the oldest species of almonds ever discovered were found at the 780,000-year-old archeological site Gesher Benot Ya’aquov, in the Dead Sea
Update: Nuts For A Healthier World
The INC and Save Children joined forces to empower the dissemination project Nuts For a Healthier World and thanks to the collaboration of our members, the
Cashews May Have 16% Less Calories Than Previously Thought
New scientific findings showed that the energy content of cashews -the calories- is 16% lower than what is typically stated on current food labels and databases in the United States, including the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard References.
Let’s Learn More About… Dried Apricots
Did you know that, according to the Russian Botanist Vavilov, there are three places that could be the origin of dried apricots…
Discover More About Cashews
Cashews are high in vitamin K and minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese and copper…
Nuts for a Healthier World’s Campaign from INC Raises €47,800 to Fight Against Child Malnutrition
Last year, the INC created a video campaign to raise awareness of the Project, and at the beginning of 2019, Save the Children joined forces and turned all video shares into physical aid…
Dried Figs: Fascinating Facts you Never Knew About Them
The fruit is usually consumed fresh or in a preserved form, such as dried or as a paste….
Learn History of Hazelnuts
Did you know that hazelnuts have been a feature of the human diet since prehistory? Hazelnuts are thought to have originated in Asia, from where
Suffering from Food Allergies? Here Is Your Must-Have Guide
What is food allergy? How common are allergies? Diagnosis, labeling, key aspects of allergen management and much more. The INC presents a new information resource:
Potassium from Raisins May Help You Maintain A Normal Blood Pressure
Raisins are high in potassium, which contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure. Scientific studies have also seen an association between eating raisins and lower blood pressure…
Get a Great Start to the Day with Nuts and Dried Fruits!
Nowadays, energy is turning into a key element within a contemporary health and wellness lifestyle. As consumers, we are starting to get tired of the
Want to Fight Against Aging? Brazil Nuts May Help
Did you know that the Amazonia (Brazil) nut is native to the Amazon and Negro river basins? The Brazil nut is the most economically important
Feeling Tired and Fatigued? Eat Peanuts, They May Help You!
We live in a stressful world and sometimes you may feel tired and have a lack of energy. Peanuts may help you to fight the tiredness and fatigue of everyday life. How?…
Go Nuts and Join the Nutfruit Power Challenge!
Wake up early, walk the dog, leave kids at school, go to the office, be as efficient as you can, go to the gym, meet
Discover the Health Benefits of Pine Nuts!
Low levels of vitamin K have been linked with low bone-mineral density, which may increase the risk of fractures. Did you know that pine nuts may help?…
Nutfruit News Round-Up – How to Strengthen Your Immune System
Welcome to the first edition of the Monthly Nutfruit News Round-up. Each month we will bring you a selection of some of the top articles
How to Make the Perfect Buddha Bowl
As plant-based eating enters the mainstream there is one type of dish that is becoming seemingly popular, the Buddha Bowl. Full of mainly plant-based nutritious goodness, the
How to Store Nuts and Dried Fruits
Nuts and dried fruits are a great food to have at hand. They are incredibly good for us and are a great source of protein
Nutfruit News Round-Up: The Importance of a Healthy Diet When Working From Home
Eating well is always important, and now more than ever in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. A nutritious diet can not only help support
The Real Power for Real People Campaign Has Launched
When we feel good from the inside out, there is nothing that can bring us down. We are immune to everything! Eating nuts and dried
What Food Trends Will We Be Following Next
Recently we conducted a consumer trends research to see what trends we’ll be following over the next few years. The research showed that within the
