WHY YOU OUGHT TO EAT MORE NUTS?

Why can we eat nuts?

Nuts and seeds are good sources of protein, healthy fats, fibres, vitamins and minerals. Nuts and seeds regulate weight as their fats aren't fully absorbed, they regulate food intake, and help burn energy.

Why are nuts an honest snack?

As a substitute for foods high in saturated fat and sugar (such as biscuits, chocolates or cakes), nuts will be an honest choice. The high protein and fibre content makes them a satisfying snack and that they contain nutrients like tocopherol, pottasium and magnesium.

Nuts:

1. Walnuts:

• Rich in antioxidants
• Super plant source of omega 3s
• May decrease inflammation
• Promotes a healthy gut
• May reduce risk of some cancers
• Supports weight control
• May help manage type II diabetes and lower your risk
• May help lower blood pressure
• Supports healthy aging
• Supports good brain function
• Supports maler reproductive health
• Improves blood fats

Walnuts have ALA, a plant based omega 3 fatty acid that benefits the bones.

2. Brazil nuts:

Brazil nuts are nutritional powerhouses, providing healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. they're particularly high in selenium, a mineral with potent antioxidant properties. Eating Brazil nuts may reduce inflammation, support brain function, and improve your thyroid function and heart health. The daily intake of two Brazil nuts is enough to extend selenium levels.

3. Almonds:

Almonds significially reduce cardiovascular and diabetes risks.

4. Cashews:

Cashews are low in sugar and rich in fibre, heart healthy fats, and plant protein. They're also a decent source of copper, magnesium, and manganese nutrients important for energy production, brain health, immunity, and bone health.

Cashews are rich in unsaturated fats, dietary fiber, and plant based protein.

5. Pecans:

• Heart healthy
• Improves digestion
• Helps with weight loss
• Reduces the risk of certain cancer
• Anti-inflammatory benefits
• Boosts immunity
• Prevents skin problems
• Anti-aging benefits
• Stimulates hair growth
• Prevents hair loss

Pecans help lower cholesterol levels, they're a perfect antioxidant.