Nuts; which are often viewed as snacks are often underrated. This is because they are FULL of benefits for our health and can have positive outcomes on our body. Nuts are rich in calcium, protein, fiber, and also other nutrients, as well as a healthy dose of monosaturated as well as polyunsaturated oils. Most nuts have in common the ability to reduce cholesterol.
What are the most common nuts?
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Chestnut
- Coconut
- Hazelnuts
- Macadamia nuts
- Peanuts
- Walnuts
- Pistachios
- Pecan nuts
1. Almonds
They are sources of Magnesium, Vitamin E,Zinc,Calcium and antioxidants.
2. Cashews
They are source of iron,zinc and potassium. Compared to other nuts it has lower fat content and higher protein content.
3. Chestnuts
They are the only nuts that contain vitamin C. But compared to other nuts it has lower content in vitamin and minerals.
4. Coconut
They have health promoting saturated fat. These fats have been shown to promote the process of weight loss due to the increase in burning calories.It is said that 50% of the amount of fatty acids provided by coconut is health promoting lauric acid, which is a medium-chain saturated fat, whose only source in nature is human breast milk.
5. Hazelnuts
They are great sources of vitamin E, Biotin and monosaturates.
6. Macadmia nuts
They are high in anioxidants, vitamin E but have a higher content of fat.
7. Peanuts
They are high in protein, antioxidant and monosaturated fat. They are good for our hearts.
8. Walnuts
They contain Omega-3 fatty acids and monosaturated fats. They are also very rich in antioxidants.
9. Pistachios
They are source of minerals like : zinc, magnesium, iron, potassium. It also have a high content inprotein and fibre. It is also said to have anti-inflammatory properties.
10. Pecan nuts
They have a high fat content and also vitamin E. It is said that they can make you feel full for longer.
So GAGers what are your favourite nuts?
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