Current nut recommendation practices differ between health professionals in New Zealand

Despite evidence linking regular nut consumption with reduced chronic disease risk, population-level intakes remain low. Research suggests nut-promoting advice from doctors facilitates regular nut consumption. However, there is no information on current nut recommendation practices of health professionals. The aim of the present study was to examine the advice provided by health professionals regarding nut consumption. In this cross-sectional study, participants were invited to complete a survey including questions about their nut recommendation practices. New Zealand (NZ). The NZ Electoral Roll was used to identify dietitians, general practitioners and practice nurses. In total 318 dietitians, 292 general practitioners and 149 practice nurses responded. Dietitians were more likely (82·7 %) to recommend patients increase consumption of nuts than general practitioners (55·5 %) and practice nurses (63·1 %; both P