Yes, all nuts (with the exception of chestnuts) are ‘fatty’. At least half of the all the nutrients in nuts is actually fat.Nuts are a good source of the healthy or good fats – polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, with much lower proportions of the bad – saturated fats and virtually no trans fats. The fat … Continue reading Are nuts fatty?
Yes, nuts are considered an energy-dense food. Energy density is determined by the proportion of protein, fat, carbohydrates, fibre, alcohol and water in the food. Foods that are high in fat can be particularly energy-dense. This is because fat contains the most calories per gram, compared to protein, carbohydrate and alcohol. So, given nuts contain … Continue reading Are nuts energy dense?
No. Raw and roasted nuts do not contain gluten, and so can safely be enjoyed by those who have coeliac disease or those who are gluten intolerant. Raw and roasted nuts are gluten free provided they don’t have any other flavourings added. Always check the ingredients list for any gluten containing additives such as thickeners … Continue reading Do nuts contain gluten?
Like all tree nuts, almonds are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals beneficial to health. Regularly eating nuts has been shown to contribute to heart health, reduce overall mortality and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, assist with weight management, reduce the risk of cancer, improve sperm quality, reduce depression and overall promote … Continue reading Almonds
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