Most of us tend to look at nuts as something like the snack food. But they are a great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and healthy oils (particularly the vitamin E). Proteins are an important source for growth and repair of tissues, fats provide the body essential fatty acids, vital to health. But, moderation is the key to its success. Nuts, often can be addictive? Once you start eating them, it’s hard to stop to indulge. Think on heedful, not bowlfuls. Liit your intake; eating too much will result in weigh gain. Let’s have a look on some of them:

Peanuts

Key nutrients:

Protein, fibre, calcium iron, sodium potassium vitamin A, B and C

Benefits:

Peanuts are a complete source of protein. They contain a nutrient called resveratrol, which helps treat hear disease and improve immunity levels.

Walnuts

Key nutrients:

Calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, vitamin A, B and C

Benefits:

Walnuts help nourish the brain, strengthen bones and improve functioning of the intestines.

Cashew Nuts

Key nutrients:

Iron, potassium, magnesium and vitamin A.

Benefits:

Cashews help treat anaemia, improve complexion and boost the immune system.

Almonds

Key nutrients:

Calcium, fiber, potassium magnesium phosphorus, folic acid.

Benefits:

Almonds help teat skin diseases, impotency, constipation and respiratory disorders. They have the highest calcium and fiber content. They are called the king on nuts, because of these innate qualities.

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