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Nuts (Almonds (ALMONDS are rich in:
Protein
Calcium
Vitamin E, The skin…
Nuts
Almonds
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Ground almonds are used to thicken curries, used in cakes and pastries
Brazil nuts
BRAZIL nuts are:
rich in protein
a good source of selenium (which produces thyroid hormone, supports immunity and helps to heal wounds)
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Health benefits
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Nuts have lots of protein, fibre and essential fats
Chestnuts
CHESTNUTS:
are the nuts lowest in fat and calories
are rich in carbohydrates and fibre
are a good source of vitamin C when raw
provide B vitamins including B6
Ground chestnut flour can be used as a gluten-free flour for baking. Chestnuts can be used for stuffing a turkey and in a sweet flan
Cashews
CASHEW NUTS are:
Rich in protein
a good source of zinc, iron and magnesium, which helps to delay age-related memory loss
Used in curries and rice dishes
Hazelnuts
HAZELNUTS are:
A good source of folate, which keeps homocyteine (an amino acid associated with heart disease and Parkinson's) to the correct level.
Used to make Nutella, used in muesli and other breakfast cereals
Macadamias
MACADAMIAS are:
High in fat but the mono-saturated variety
A good source of fibre and minerals, including magnesium, potassium and calcium
Used in Asian dishes
Pistachios
PISTACHIOS:
Are rich in vitamin B6
Contain two antioxidants that help in protecting eyes
Are sources of potassium and fibre
Often eaten for snacking
Walnuts
WALNUTS are:
A good source of mono-saturated fats, and help to lower bad cholesterol
Useful against cancer, as they contain superior antioxidants
Rich in omega-3
Used in cakes and some savoury dishes
Pinenuts
PINENUTS are:
A seed, not a nut
A good source of vitamin E
Gluten free
An excellent source of the B group vitamins and folates stacked with minerals zinc, potassium and selenium
Used to make Pesto
Nuts are high in fat, but mainly the heart-healthy variety. The amount of saturated fat (the fat we should avoid) varies between nuts.