~ Reasons Why You Should Eat More Nuts ~

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Reasons Why You Should Eat More Nuts

We’ve been told time and time again that nuts make a healthy snack.

But how ‘healthy’ exactly are they? What benefits do they bring? Find out…





As a kid, your mother may have convinced you to eat these woody nuts daily for better memory and brain power. Turns out, walnut may be good for your heart too. It’s probably the best nut for the health of your heart. The unsaturated fat found in walnuts—omega-3 fatty acids—help in preventing the development of erratic heart rhythms. Omega-3 fatty acids may also prevent blood clots. Moreover, walnut kernels are known to contain double the amount of antioxidant content than other nuts.

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A study carried out by the Diabetes Foundation of India (DFI) and the National Diabetes, Obesity and Cholesterol Foundation shows that pistachios have beneficial effects on glycemic and lipid parameters. Pistachios have a low glycemic index, are naturally cholesterol free, and are good sources of protein, fibre and antioxidants. These qualities make them great for preventing the risk of obesity and heart disease.

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Almond is one healthy nutty delight. Regular consumption of almonds has been linked to lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol levels in innumerable studies. They are rich in monounsaturated fats, fibre, phytosterols, plant protein, tocopherol, arginine, magnesium, copper, manganese, calcium, and potassium, making them very protective of the heart. Arginine, found in almonds, is a type of amino acid that is required to make a molecule called nitric oxide, which is known to relax constricted blood vessels and ease blood flow.

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Peanuts contain a powerful antioxidant called resveratrol, which is found in its skin and is known for its heart protective activity. Switching to peanut butter could also be a healthier and protein-rich alternative to processed butter, which is full of sodium.

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Cashew nuts are rich in Vitamin E, which help in inhibiting the formation of plaque in your arteries allowing the blood to flow through them smoothly. Development of plaque in the arteries is one of the most common causes of coronary heart disease and heart attack. Sprinkle some cashews on your breakfast cereal or even on stir-fries for lunch.

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These buttery nuts are full of protein and fiber.  They are rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium—minerals that help in regulating healthy blood pressure. They are also rich in oleic acid, which is known to lower bad cholesterol levels and raise good cholesterol levels.