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Nutrient dense foods have been defined as foods with a high proportion of vitamins and minerals for the amount of energy (kilojoules) they provide.
Why are eggs nutrient dense?
A serve of eggs provides the same amount of kilojoules as two small apples (7% of a person’s daily energy needs) however provides significantly more…
Who should eat nutrient dense foods?
For general good health, most people will benefit from eating nutrient dense foods.
What are antioxidants?
The term antioxidants covers a large number of substances (including some vitamins and minerals) which protect the body’s cells from the harmful effects of oxidation.
What are antioxidants?
The term antioxidants covers a large number of substances (including some vitamins and minerals) which protect the body’s cells from the harmful effects of oxidation.
What type of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants are in eggs and how does this impact on eye health?
Eggs contain a range of vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, vitamin E and selenium which all act as antioxidants.
Does overall lifestyle and diet have an impact on eye health?
Yes. One example in which this is evidenced is that uncontrolled diabetes can lead to eye disease.
My patient has diabetes/ high cholesterol, can I still suggest eggs as a good source of antioxidants for eye health?
Eggs contain the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin which have been linked with maintenance of eye health.
Can eggs aid in weight management or weight loss eating plans?
Few studies have looked specifically at the effect of eggs on weight loss however new evidence supports the inclusion of eggs in an energy restricted…
Does a high protein/ lower carb diet have a positive impact on body weight and BMI?
A growing body of evidence has demonstrated moderately higher protein, lower carbohydrate kilojoule controlled diets can provide an effective weight loss strategy.
How many adults are overweight or obese in Australia?
Initial results from the 2011-2013 Australian Health Survey, the largest and most comprehensive health survey ever conducted in Australia, show Australian adults continue to gain…
Are there many overweight or obese children in Australia?
The latest research shows 17% of Australian children aged 2-16 years are considered overweight and 6% obese.
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