I’m a bit of a nut head. An entire shelf in my kitchen cupboard is dedicated to my nut collection, with each kind of nut having its own designated jar. I also keep snack sizes of mixed nuts to stash in my purse when I’m heading out the door. When enjoyed in their raw state and preferably organic, nuts are a great source of protein, fiber, and they even lower bad cholesterol and triglycerides level . Not all nuts are created equal, and not watching your

nut serving size can often do more harm than good. Here’s a primer on getting the most out of your own nut habit. A Mini Nutritional Nut Breakdown : A look at popular nuts including pecans, macadamia nuts, almonds, pistachios, and peanuts. Analysis is based on a one-ounce serving of each nut and includes calorie, fat, saturated fat, and protein amounts. Keep reading to learn more about your favorite nuts.

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Everything You Need to Know About Nuts