Nutritionist weighs in on the health benefits of Vegemite
- Vegemite is the spread loved by most Australians but is it good for you?
- Nutritionist Lyndi Cohen revealed that vegemite is a good source of Vitamin B
- She has also detailed the best way to eat Vegemite to stay healthy
Billie Schwab Dunn For Daily Mail Australia
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With 22 million jars produced every year, it’s no secret that Australians loves Vegemite.
But is the famous spread actually good for you?
Nutritionist, Lyndi Cohen, revealed to FEMAIL that there are no hidden nasties in the jar. She also detailed the best way to consume the condiment to ensure you’re getting all of its benefits.
‘Vegemite is very low in fat and sugar so it’s an easy way to add flavour without adding many calories,’ Lyndi told FEMAIL.
Nutritionist, Lyndi Cohen, has shared with FEMAIL the best way to consume Vegemite to ensure you’re getting all of its benefits (pictured)
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‘But low calories doesn’t automatically mean that something is good for you,’ she continued.
The most popular way to consume the spread is smeared on toast with a nob of butter but Lyndi explained that this isn’t the healthiest option as butter is ‘terrible for your health’.
‘Supercharge the nutrition of your Vegemite on toast by serving it with avocado instead,’ she said.
‘The flavour combination is delicious and your brain will love the heart-healthy fats from the avocado.’
The most popular way to consume the spread is smeared on toast with a nob of butter but Lyndi explained that this isn’t the healthiest option
Lyndi said that the Australian spread is a great source of vitaminB
Lyndi explained that Vegemite is an excellent source of B groups vitamins, which your body needs to combat stress.
‘When you don’t get enough B group vitamins found in many animal products and fortified grains, you’re at a higher risk of getting depression,’ she shared.
For those that follow a vegan or vegetarian Lyndi said that consuming the spread is one way that you could absorb more vitamin B with ease.
Unfortunately Vegemite isn’t as healthy for some people as it is for others.
For those that follow a vegan or vegetarian Lyndi explained that Vegemite is one way that you could add more vitamin B into your diet with ease
‘If you’ve got high blood pressure or cholesterol, having avocado on toast with a spread of butter may not be the best breakfast choice,’ Lyndi said.
‘Vegemite toast is really high in sodium, which isn’t ideal if you’re looking after your heart health.’
Her recommendation for people who fit in this category is to fuel yourself with oats for breakfast as it ‘far outperforms Vegemite in the nutrition stakes’.
‘To make your Vegemite habit a little healthier, always opt for a wholegrain bread to help give you a slow-burning source of energy,’ she added.
‘Compared with honey on toast, Vegemite is a healthier option but peanut butter would beat both of the spreads in a competition for the healthier choice.
‘Topping the list would be avocado.’
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