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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Nuts

Pistachios, Almond, Cashews, Macadamia, Walnut, Peanut
It contains!!

Omega-3 fatty acids 
  • good for the heart
  • good for blood circulation
  • reduce "bad" cholesterol level
  • maintains healthy lipids(fatty acid) level
Protein, also called Amino acids that helps
  • Break down food
  • Grow
  • Repair body tissue
Fiber that helps
  • smoother the digestive system
  • lowering cholesterol level
  • helps control blood sugar level


Little facts about nuts:

  • Walnuts is best for the heart.
  • Peanuts is best for the brain.
  • Almond is best for disease prevention.

**Avoid roasted nuts as it have been heated in hydrogenated or omega-6 unhealthy fats, or to high temperatures that can destroy their nutrients.

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4 comments:

  1. so i should really eat more peanuts... haha cause it's good for the brain

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  2. i only like to eat macadamia nut and almond. would your mind adding little facts about macadamia. thanks:)

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    1. Macadamia nuts making you feel fuller for longer thereby reducing hunger. They also slow down digestion, having a low glycemic index (low GI).
      Hope that will help.

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