Eating Healthy Nuts for Rapid Weight Loss

Nuts are a perfect snack for weight loss and healthy eating. They supply a rich source of plant protein, fiber and omega 3 fats. However, for weight loss, you need to limit the amount of nuts you eat because of their high calorie fat content. A serving of 1/4 cup is a satisfying amount that will curb any hunger pangs. The best healthy nuts are walnuts and almonds.

Nuts For Simple Weight Loss:

Almonds: 
High in vitamin E, magnesium, copper, vitamin B2 and phosphorus and concentrated in protein.  The majority of fat in almonds is heart healthy mono-unsaturated fat.

Cashews:  
High in antioxidants, mono-unsaturated fats and phosphorus and with a lower fat content than many other nuts.

Flaxseeds:  
High in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for anti-inflammatory properties, as well as vitamin B6, fibre and manganese.

Peanuts:  
High in mono-unsaturated fats, flavonoids, antioxidants, and folic acid.  They are also high in vitamin B3 and are thought to contain an antioxidant known as resveratrol, which is thought to have anti-aging effects.

Pumpkin Seeds:
High in essential fatty acids, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and vitamin K, these may be beneficial for arthritis and help lower cholesterol.

Sesame Seeds:  
Good source of Vitamin B1, mono-unsaturated fats, and phytosterols which inhibit cholesterol production.

Sunflower Seeds:  
High in linoleic acid, fibre, magnesium and phytosterols.

Walnuts:  
High in omega 3 fatty acids, manganese and copper.  They also contain an essential amino acids used by the body to make nitric oxide, which is required for keeping blood vessels flexible.