Of course!
Of course!
There are studies that show that taking nuts helps control weight. Despite its fame of calories, you can include them without fear in a diet to lose weight if it is well planned.
They have fat, so what?
They have fat, so what?
To measure the fat in food, the Atwater factor is used, which attributes 9 kcal to each gram of fat, regardless of the type of fat, vegetable, animal … But, in the case of nuts …
All fat is not the same
All fat is not the same
… It has been seen that 100% of the fat of the dried fruit is not absorbed, only a part, so it would not have 9 kcal per gram, but less.
The perfect snack
The perfect snack
In a diet to lose weight, you can have a handful of nuts in the middle of the morning, with a fruit or yogurt. It will satisfy you and you will also keep the line.
The right ration to avoid gaining weight
The right ration to avoid gaining weight
The recommended serving of nuts is 28 grams, which is equivalent to 165 kcal. That is, you can eat them, but only a handful, do not go overboard and eat the whole package.
If what you have is pistachios, do not take more than 49.
We love nuts
We love nuts
It is a very nutritious dried fruit and besides being delicious, they are very satiating.
You can have a handful of 7 nuts if you feel hungry.
The delicious hazelnuts
The delicious hazelnuts
Hazelnuts are a food that fights weakness and physical and mental fatigue.
The ideal serving of hazelnuts is 20.
How many cashews can I eat?
How many cashews can I eat?
Magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin E … they are very nutritious.
The ideal portion of cashews does not exceed 17.
And almonds?
And almonds?
The brown part of the skin that covers the almonds is full of antioxidants, which is why they are very beneficial for your health.
If you opt for almonds, don't take more than 22.
Discover all its benefits
Discover all its benefits
Nuts are a great source of essential nutrients that are worth consuming frequently. Learn about all the properties of this healthy food, from the hand of our nutritionist, Dr. Mª Isabel Beltrán.
Nuts have several properties that we love: not only are they good and tasty, but they are also very nutritious and have very healthy effects, since they help prevent cardiovascular diseases and some of its components have antioxidant capacity. In addition, nuts are a source of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium and zinc, among others.
They have fat yes, but they are healthy fats. The heart-healthy properties that are attributed to nuts are due to their high content of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Among others, oleic, linoleic (omega 6) and linolenic (omega 3) acids stand out. Keep in mind that the latter are also essential fatty acids for the proper functioning of the body.
The calories in nuts
Despite all its nutritional values, the consumption of nuts has been somewhat limited, among other things, due to their caloric intake, which is, on average, around 6 kcal / g. But there are studies that show that taking nuts can help you control your weight, so they are recommended on a diet.
The key is in the amount you take. In addition, as they are rich in fiber, their consumption helps control appetite and regulate intestinal transit.
Check our gallery to discover the recommended amount of each type of dried fruit so that you can include them in your diet and thus benefit from their enormous nutritional properties and great benefits for your health.
How to eat nuts
- Better raw. The cooking or roasting of the nuts reduces its benefits.
- Without salt. To avoid fluid retention.
- Quantity . The recommended within a healthy diet is 28 g / day 3 to 5 times a week. This equates to a not very large handful. In our gallery we detail the exact amounts.
