Health Benefits of 10 Nuts [Infographic]

Health Benefits of 10 Nuts - Infographic from Herbs Info

Health Protective Benefits of Nuts

Nuts are an amazing, nutrient-dense food.  They are rich in plant proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, polyphenols and other powerful antioxidants and micronutrients.  Nuts also contain plant sterols that have been shown to naturally lower cholesterol.

Numerous studies have shown that regular consumption of nuts is cancer protective, increases lifespan and decreases the risk for many chronic diseases and conditions including heart disease, metabolic syndrome, and insulin resistance.


Nuts Help with Weight Loss

Because nuts are high in calories, they are often excluded from many weight loss diets and programs.

The reality is that moderate amounts of nuts eaten as part of a healthy diet actually aid in weight loss and normal weight maintenance.


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This infographic from Herbs Info briefly explains some of the health benefits reported by scientific studies of ten commonly consumed nuts:

❤  Pistachios
❤  Macadamia Nuts
❤  Brazil Nuts
❤  Chestnuts
❤  Hazelnuts
❤  Almonds
❤  Walnuts
❤  Coconut
❤  Pecans
❤  Cashew Nuts

For more information, including the full-size version of the infographic and accompanying article giving a more in-depth look at each of these nuts and the scientific research, please visit Amazing Health Benefits of Nuts - Herbs Info.

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Nuts Don't Make You Fat

Many people who are trying to lose weight avoid eating nuts because they are generally high in calories.

But numerous scientific research and studies have shown that raw tree nuts may actually not only promote weight loss, but may also improve brain health and confer many other important health benefits - including lowering the risk for cancer and many chronic diseases, including coronary heart disease and obesity.

Raw tree nuts are an excellent source of plant protein and energy and are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients.


How Nuts Help with Weight Loss

Raw tree nuts are a great source of dietary fiber and a small handful effectively curbs hunger cravings in most people - thus making them an ideal snack for everyone, not just individuals on diets.  In these two ways, raw tree nuts promote healthy weight control and weight loss.


How to Eat Nuts for Health Benefits

To get the health benefits of nuts, they need to be eaten raw and organic if possible.

Roasting and other heating methods destroys many of the important nutrients, including the coveted omega-3 fatty acids.  Oils, processed table salt and other flavorings used in making prepared nuts also contributes empty calories and may cause water retention.


Nut Allergies

Naturally, individuals with allergies to peanuts (actually a legume and not a nut) and one or more tree nuts must avoid consuming them.  For more information on various food allergens, visit Food Allergy Research and Education.


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This infographic called "Nuts about Nuts" highlights the main health benefit and caloric content of  the following:

❤ Almonds
❤ Brazil Nuts
❤ Cashews
❤ Hazelnuts
❤ Macadamia Nuts
❤ Peanuts
❤ Pecans
❤ Pine Nuts
❤ Pistachios
❤ Walnuts

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