California Nuts: Walnuts, Pistachios and Almonds are Nature's Multivitamins!
If you think that nuts are high in calories and fat... you are right! Nuts are quite calorically dense.
1 oz. Pistachios (49 whole kernels) = 160 calories
1 oz. Almonds (23 whole kernels) = 170 calories
1 oz. Walnuts (14 halves) = 185 calories
On top of that, it is very hard not to eat too many of these yummy morsels. If you can hold back from overeating them, nuts can definitely be a part of a healthy diet. I think we should all try to eat a small handful everyday.
Researchers found that people who eat nuts regularly have lower risks of heart disease.
- Nuts are one of the best plant sources of protein.
- They are rich in fiber, phytonutrients and antioxidants such as Vitamin E and selenium.
- Nuts are also high in plant sterols and fat - but mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 - the good fats), which have all been shown to lower LDL cholesterol.
Try to eat them in replacement of foods that are high in saturated fats and limit your intake of these tasty treats to 1 oz per day. For instance, instead of adding chocolate chips when making cookies, sprinkle in some nuts. Or instead of making a high fat meat sandwich, try a nut butter sandwich.
Try our
Honey Walnut California Crostini Recipe using Walnuts, Pistachios and Almonds with the dried apples from our bulk bins it’s easy and a nice appetizer for a special meal.
