I just want to speak to you quickly about California Walnuts who are supporting the podcast.

As a nutritionist, one of the most commonly asked questions I get asked is,

Hazel, can you please share some healthy ideas for snacks on the go?

And for those of you who know me personally, I'm a snacker and I will never leave the

hairs without an emergency snack. I like to keep it simple, healthy and easy to transport

and satisfying. So recently, I've been going through a California Walnut phase, either as a handful

on their own, as part of a homemade trail mix with some dark chocolate and dried fruit,

or in my famous banana bread. The reason I choose Walnuts is because they're the only tree nut

to contain significant amounts of the plant-based essential omega-3 alpha-linellic acid or ALA for

short. They've also got an abundance of antioxidants and micronutrients, such as iron and zinc,

and are also packed full of protein with 4.4 grams per one healthy handful, all of which are incredibly

important for your immune system and overall health. So while a healthy immune system can't be

achieved with one food alone, a balanced diet along with physical activity and regular sleep can

absolutely help. And enjoying a healthy handful of California Walnuts a day is a great way to

support your immunity with the colder ones ahead too. And here's a top tip for you. Did you know

that California Walnuts love the cold and should be stored in the fridge to keep them fresh and tasty?

I like to pop them in a jar and they'll keep there for up to six months.

Head over to www.CaliforniaWalnuts.co.uk for more information. Thank you to California Walnuts

for supporting the podcast.

Hello and a big welcome back to a brand new season of the FoodMedic podcast. I'm your host

as always Dr Hazel Wallace. I'm a medical doctor and nutritionist, author and founder of the

FoodMedic and I'm so very happy to be back in your ears. So this is season 10 of the FoodMedic

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