Impact of diet on ageing and health

Photo of assorted nuts

Monash University researchers have conducted significant studies on the impact of diet on ageing and health:

  • A study led by Holly Wild from the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine found that regular nut consumption is linked to a longer, healthier lifespan in older Australians, supporting sustainable dietary practices.
  • Another study by Dr. Barbara Cardoso from the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food and the Monash Victorian Heart Institute found that increased consumption of ultra-processed foods is associated with accelerated biological ageing, highlighting the need for dietary changes to promote healthier ageing.

Related SDGs

SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production