I was enjoying my packet of roasted almonds nuts, when my friend suggest that I should write a blog, to talk about the health benefits of nuts. Eating nuts have health benefits? That the first think which came to my mind. Absolutely! my wife replied. Well, I did some research and here are some benefits of eating nuts.
Most people think that nuts are high in calories and fat. Well, they are right! Nuts are high in calorically dense and it is a very tempting and tasty snacks. Many type of food, which we eat can be part of our healthy diet, as long as we refrain from overeating them. Harvard School of Public Health have done a few research on this and found that, people who eat nuts regularly have lower risks of heart disease. One study found out that, men who consumed nuts more than 2 times per week, had reduced risks of sudden cardiac death.
Nuts are one of the best plant sources of protein. They are rich in fiber, phytonutrients and antioxidants such as Vitamin E and selenium. Nuts are also high in plant sterols and fat - but mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 - the good fats) which have all been shown to lower LDL cholesterol.
The best approach is to reap the health benefits of eating nuts, but not add excessive calories to your daily intake. So instead of simply adding nuts to your diet, eat them in replacement of foods, that are high in saturated fats and limit your intake of these tasty treats. So friends, enjoy your nuts and live an healthy lifestyle.
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