Physicians Association for Nutrition

Throughout this series, we have highlighted the numerous #healthbenefits of #plantbased foods such as berries, beans, and greens. Integrating these foods into your diet and recommending them to your patients can lead to significant improvements in overall #health and #wellbeing.

What do yoghurt, kimchi and sauerkraut have in common? They are all #fermented foods. Fermentation makes food last longer and adds health benefits This is due to the live #microorganisms - they add #probiotic properties and produce substances that potentially promote our health.

The cruciferous family includes broccoli, cauliflower and brussels sprouts, among others. These vegetables contain a high proportion of #glucosinolates, sulfur-containing compounds that are responsible for their distinctive flavour and numerous #health benefits.

Mushrooms, a diverse group of fungi, are flavorful additions to meals and offer a great #nutritional profile. They’re a source of B vitamins, phosphorus, vitamin D and selenium. Did you know that you can boost the #vitaminD content of mushrooms by exposing them to sunlight?

Leafy Greens: Bursting with nutrients 🥗 Leafy greens like spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are rich in #vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and calcium. Regular consumption supports bone health, enhances #immune function, and lowers the risk of #chronicdiseases.

Legumes: Versatile and nutrient-rich 🌱 They are amazing sources of #plantbased protein, fibre, and essential nutrients. Black beans, lentils, and chickpeas play a crucial role in #bloodsugar regulation, digestive health, and #muscle maintenance and help with #weight management.

Nuts & Seeds: Nutrient-Dense powerhouses🥜 Nuts and seeds provide a wealth of essential nutrients. They are excellent sources of healthy #fats, protein, and minerals, which contribute to lowering #cholesterol levels, improving #hearthealth, and supporting #weightmanagement.

Berries: Antioxidant Powerhouses 🍓 Did you know that berries are rich in #antioxidants, #vitamins, and dietary #fibre? Several studies have shown their potential to reduce inflammation, support #cardiovascular health, and enhance #cognitive function.

Whole Grains: The foundation of a healthy diet 🍞 #Wholegrains like quinoa, brown rice, and oats are abundant in fibre, vitamins, and minerals. They are essential for reducing the risk of #heartdisease, promoting #digestive health, and providing sustained #energy.

Recent findings confirm what we already know: #Medical school isn’t teaching doctors much about nutrition - a huge problem. This is why we at PAN stand up for implementing #nutrition in #healthcare - worldwide. 🌍 Read more: bit.ly/4cK75hr

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A recently published paper highlights the importance of #nutrition in #healthcare in disease management. We highly agree with this statement and advocate for implementing #plantbasednutrition in healthcare settings. Read the full issue: nejm.org/doi/full/10.10…

The German Society for Nutrition updated its position paper on vegan diets, a form of #plantbased diet, and includes #health aspects and #environmental factors. Read the full paper via dge.de and explore more about plant-based eating at pan-int.org🌱

New study found that a #plantbased diet can be high-quality and sustainable and associated with indicators of advantageous #health outcomes among a health-conscious UK population. Read the study here: doi.org/10.1111/jhn.13…

It's #WorldFoodSafetyDay 🦺🍏 It’s crucial to ensure that our food doesn’t harm us and is safe for us. The theme "prepare for the unexpected" raises awareness to take precautions. Here are some tips to ensure food safety at home. #FoodSafety

Save the date! 📅 This year, PAN Nederlands hosts its very first #Med & #Nutrition #Conference in Utrecht, NL! It takes place on October 12, 2024, in Driebergen near Utrecht, Netherlands - for more information, visit events.pan-nl.org 🙂

Our #GreenFoodExperience combines new knowledge about #nutrition and #health with tasty food and lots of fun. It’s a great shared experience that will leave you with new ideas, stories to tell and, of course, a happy tummy! pan-int.org/green-food-exp… 🌱

This is how we eat. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jh…

Thrilling #announcement: we are host organisation for this year’s Moral Ambition Fellowships! At PAN International, we are deeply committed to supporting the mission of the School for Moral Ambition (SMA) and are excited about the #positivechanges these fellowships aim to foster.

A small step for you, a big step for your #health and the #environment 🌍Switching to a #plantbased diet can reduce food-based #emissions significantly! Join our #GreenFoodExperience and make a difference: pan-int.org/green-food-exp… 🌱