Go Nuts

      I am sure with all the health crazes going on now everyone has heard that nuts are really good for you. But have you really thought about how it benefits your body to eat nuts? Nuts are great for you because they are high in Unsaturated fats(that lower your LDL, bad cholesterol), they are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids(which help prevent heart rhythms that can lead to heart attacks), Fiber and Vitamin E.

      Their are many kinds of nuts out there, and though they have some small differences they are all good and beneficial. As long as the nuts are raw, or just oven roasted they will give you the benefits. All those nuts that have salt or different flavors defeat the purpose and benefit of the nut itself.  The one thing to watch out for is the amount you eat, though they are good for you they are high in calories. So just about a handful will do if you are replacing the nuts for more saturated fat foods.  

Almonds 

Macadamia

Walnuts

Pecans

Pistachios

Hazelnuts

Peanuts  

Cashews 

Enjoy some nuts,  
   Nadia