Healthiest nuts
- Dietitian.Lauren Hmede
- Feb 23, 2019
- 1 min read
These Are These 5 Healthiest Nuts You Can Eat
We all know that nuts are very healthy snack unless you have nuts allergy and are rich in healthy fat: MUFA and PUFA, fiber and protein. Moreover they have both anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory functions. They can protect heart health and improve satiety feeling. As portion size differ between different types of nuts, a handful can be overestimated.
1. Walnuts You can enjoy those brain shaped walnuts with Greek yogurt, berries and oats.
2. Pistachios
They are low in calories but high in fiber as they provide 3 grams per one ounce, moreover, they are rich in antioxidant that protect heart, skin and eyes from oxidative stress and damage.
3. Pecans
They are lowest in carbs among tree nuts as they provide 4 grams per 6-9 almonds. They are rich also in antioxidant. They’re also one of the best natural sources of a compound called beta-sit sterol, which may help lower cholesterol.
4. Almonds
Almonds are rich in vitamin E, calcium and zinc moreover they are rich in antioxidant which make them a good snack and heart protective food.
5. Peanuts
They are technically legumes but they are listed on tree nuts. They are fiber-protein rich food and they provide about 7 grams of protein per ounce. Moreover, they are rich in plant sterol which appear to lower blood cholesterol.
Sources:
https://tierrafarmstore.com/products/organic-raw-mixed-nuts
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