Should You Eat Nuts Every Day?
Nuts were unfairly demonized in the low-fat years. In truth, a small daily handful is one of the most well-studied, heart-friendly habits there is — the only catch is the handful part.
A little package of good fats
Nuts are rich in the healthy unsaturated fats your body loves, plus protein, fiber, vitamin E, and magnesium. Satisfying and steadying, not something to fear.
Heart and brain
A daily handful is linked with better heart health and cholesterol, and the fats and vitamin E support the brain too. Walnuts, almonds, pistachios — all lovely choices.
The portion truth
Nuts are calorie-dense, so a “handful” — about an ounce, or what fits in your cupped palm — is the sweet spot. Easy to eat a whole bag; easy to feel it too.
Raw or roasted?
Both are fine. Dry-roasted deepens the flavor; raw keeps it simple. Just skip the heavily salted, candied, or oil-roasted versions when you can.
And nut butters
A real nut butter — just nuts, maybe salt — is a wonderful thing. Check the label for added sugar and oils, and remember a tablespoon or two is plenty.
A daily handful of nuts is one of the easiest good habits going — just keep it to a handful. Health is the sum of small, steady choices, not a single perfect one.
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