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FeedHealth Benefits and Nutritional Info Relating to Nuts
Our guide to the benefits of nuts, the latest good-for-you superfood
From peanut butter to walnuts, we Americans love our nuts. But, for too long, we believed they were as bad for us as everything else that’s delicious. Good news, Westchester: Nuts are filled with molecular goodies that far outweigh the risks when eaten in moderation. In addition to vitamins and minerals, nuts are packed with unsaturated fats that lower cholesterol and tame inflammation and cardiovascular risk. Plus, their high fiber and protein contents can fill you up and keep you full (and on your diet!) longer than protein-lite veggies like lettuce or asparagus. Here, we present your ultimate guide to the health benefits of nuts.
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THE HEALTHIEST NUT |
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THE DIET MAKER Pine nuts: (Calories: 188; fat: 19 g; protein: 4 g) These are high in pinolenic acid, which may help curb appetite. |
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THE LOW-CAL FILLER |
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THE ALLERGY TAMER Hazelnuts: (Calories: 170; fat: 15 g; protein: 5 g) According to Schapiro, hazelnuts contain phytochemicals that improve circulation and help control allergies. They also contain folic acid (which is crucial for everyone, but especially pregnant women), potassium, and calcium. Nutella, anyone? |
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THE RAY OF SUNSHINE Macadamia: (Calories: 203; fat: 21.4 g; protein: 2.2 g) This tropical nut, filled with selenium (an antioxidant), has no cholesterol, gives you lots of vitamin D (without the UV-rays), and tastes like a piña colada on the beach. |
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THE RED WINE NUT |
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THE BRAIN SAVER |
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THE BONE BUILDER Cashews: (Calories: 156; fat: 12.4 g; protein: 5.2 g) Nutritionist Schapiro points out that cashews are lower in fat than most nuts while still being high in the magnesium that helps build strong bones and relax muscles. Its zeaxanthin is also said to be beneficial to eye health. |
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THE CHOLESTEROL BUSTER |
