One of nature’s greatest gifts, with countless healthbenefits is nuts. These are small fruits with great properties, as they provide vitamins and minerals necessary for a healthy body, but also beneficial fatty acids.
25% of the daily potassium needs (indicatively, a banana that is considered by many to be one of the top foods in potassium, covers only 15% of the daily needs)
26% of the daily manganese requirement
56% of daily selenium needs
70% of the daily needs for beneficial omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
For sure, it is better to get these calories from a healthy and tasty food such as nuts, rather than from junk food without any nutritional benefit. After all, thanks to the calories of nuts and the high content of vitamins, minerals and fiber, they will reduce hunger and the cravings to consume other perhaps unhealthy snacks.
So, it is worth including some quantity in your daily diet. You can consume them plain or add them to yogurt or other healthy snacks to make them even more enjoyable.
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What you should take care of, is that the nuts you buy are raw and do not have added salt or sugar, since in this case, the effects of their consumption will be more negative than positive for your health.
Author: Rachel Kaur - Psychologist, dietitian, life coach
Rachel Kaur is a dedicated dietician and psychologist, with a passion for helping individuals achieve holistic well-being. With a dual expertise in nutrition and mental health, she empowers her clients to make sustainable lifestyle changes, fostering physical and emotional health. Rachel's compassionate approach makes her a trusted wellness partner.
Disclaimer: The articles on this web site are purely provided for reasons of advisory. They concern a healthy human organism and do not in any way replace the advice of a doctor. Before making changes to your diet or daily activity, you should first contact your doctor or personal dietitian.
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One of nature’s greatest gifts, with countless health benefits is nuts. These are small fruits with great properties, as they provide vitamins and minerals necessary for a healthy body, but also beneficial fatty acids.
