Macronutrients of NUTS

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👉 In general, nuts provide mostly healthy fats, with some protein and carbohydrates. They're also an excellent source of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

👉 For instance, almonds and hazelnuts are rich in α-tocopherol (vitamin E); walnuts are high in omega-3 and phenolic compounds; pistachios contain carotenoids; peanuts have phytosterols; and Brazil nuts are packed with selenium. In fact, just one Brazil nut (0.2 oz) can give you over 100% of the daily recommended selenium intake (so don't overdo it).

🫀 Eating nuts regularly has been linked to many health benefits, like reducing cardiovascular risk, lowering cholesterol and triglycerides, and better blood sugar control in people with diabetes.

🥜 Fun fact: peanuts are not actually nuts, but legumes, like lentils and peas. They're an oilseed legume, meaning they're a legume with a high-fat content. This makes their nutritional profile similar to nuts, which is why they're often grouped with them. Now you know why peanuts have a bit more protein than other nuts.

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Sources:

• de Souza RGM, Schincaglia RM, Pimentel GD, Mota JF. Nuts and Human Health Outcomes: A Systematic Review. Nutrients. 2017 Dec 2;9(12):1311. doi: 10.3390/nu9121311. PMID: 29207471; PMCID: PMC5748761.