INDUSTRY NEWS
Nuts for Life celebrates 20 years
About Nuts for Life
THE Nuts for Life program is an exemplary example of a productive , collaborative project , that has added significant value to the wider nut industry . Established in 2003 , with investment from the nut industry and the Australian Government via matched funds through Horticulture Australia , the program has built a reputation as Australia ’ s credible voice for the vital role nuts play in good health and nutrition . Over the years , Nuts for Life has played a key role in helping drive nut consumption in Australia . The 20 years milestone is a time to celebrate the program ’ s achievements and to reflect on how far it ’ s come . Some of the highlights include :
• The launch of the 2030 Vision , aimed at driving nut consumption .
• Support from industry , including securing more than $ 3 million in voluntary contributions .
• Improved positioning for nuts in public health policy ( eg Health Star Ratings System , and the Australian Dietary Guidelines ).
The Healthy Handful podcast
The Nuts for Life monthly podcast , The Healthy Handful , helps busy health professionals stay up-to-date on all things nuts !
In a recent episode , Nuts for Life Program Manager Belinda Neville spoke with Professor Alison Coates on why almonds are a great addition to a weight loss diet .
Access all the episodes from the Nuts for Life website , or search for ‘ The Healthy Handful ’ in your favourite podcast app .
• The launch of the Healthy Handful logo .
• Commissioning PhD and other research projects to advance nut nutrition and health science .
• A highly-effective website , with ongoing growth in traffic .
Nuts for Life is Australia ’ s credible voice for the crucial role nuts play in good health and nutrition . On behalf of the nut industry , Nuts for Life works closely with health professionals , government , and other bodies to improve the nutritional reputation of nuts .
• Significantly more health professionals recommending nuts .
• Securing a General Level Health Claim for nuts and heart health .
• Supporting industry , including through workshops and training .
• Strengthened connections with the INC International Nut and Dried Fruit Council , and securing INC dissemination grants . Nuts for Life is grateful to the Nuts for Life Management Committee members who , at various time points across the 20 years , have generously shared their time , expertise , and wisdom . And , more recently , to the Australian Nut Industry Council , which provides the legal structure and the support under which Nuts for Life operates . Nuts for Life thanks the nut industry and Hort Innovation for their generous contributions over the last 20 years . To learn more , and to download the Celebratory e-book , visit the ‘ About ’ page of the Nuts for Life website .
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