Food Nutrition in Nuts and
Seeds
Nuts and seeds are rich sources
of protein, fat, many minerals and dietary fiber. Although total fat in
nuts may be higher than the fat content of fatty meat, it is typically
cholesterol-free, monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fat. Nuts and seeds
also contain a variety of B Vitamins. Studies show that the fiber and
fat in nuts and seeds is helpful in treating diabetes and in protecting
against heart disease. These foods are also beneficial for constipation,
varicose vains and are protective against some cancers such as cancer
of the breast and prostate.
Energy in Nuts And Seeds
Calorie content of nuts and
seeds varies according to type. For example, almonds (1 oz) contain about
165 calories; brazil nuts (1 oz) contain about 190 calories; macademia
nuts (1 oz) contain about 200 calories; peanuts (1 oz) contain about 160
calories.
Nutrients in Nuts And Seeds
Half a cup of almonds contains
about 9 grams of protein, 10 grams of carbs, 5 grams of fiber and 25 grams
of fat - but no cholesterol.
Vitamins in Nuts And Seeds
Vitamin content varies according
to the type of nut. Typically nuts and seeds are useful sources of B Vitamins
and Vitamin E.
Minerals in Nuts And Seeds
Nuts and seeds may include
a variety of minerals including calcium, iron, zinc, potassium, manganese
and selenium.
Glycemic Index (GI) Value
For Nuts And Seeds
Nuts and seeds have a low
GI value.
Most Nutritious Types of
Nuts And Seeds
All nuts and seeds are a
highly nutritious element in any healthy diet. Although high in calories,
they have a high satiety value and help to reduce hunger. Nutrition in Nuts
Acorns
Almonds, Nutrition
Almonds
Almonds, Dry-Roasted
Almonds, Honey Roasted
Almonds, Oil-Roasted
Almonds, Blanched
Beechnuts
Brazil Nuts
Butternuts
Cashew Nuts
Cashew Nuts, Oil Roasted
Chestnuts
Chestnuts, Roasted
Coconut
Ginkgo Nuts
Hazelnuts
Hazelnuts, Dry-Roasted
Hickory Nuts
Macadamia Nuts, Nutrition
Macadamia Nuts
Peanuts
Peanuts, Boiled
Peanuts, Dry-Roasted
Pecan Nuts
Pine Nuts
Pinyon Pine Nuts
Pistachio Nuts
Walnuts
Water Chestnuts
Water Chestnuts, Canned
Nutrition in Seeds
Alfalfa
Seeds
Anise Seeds
Breadfruit Seeds, Raw
Breadfruit Seeds,
Roasted
Caraway Seeds
Celery Seeds
Chia Seeds
Cottonseeds
Fennel Seeds
Flaxseed
Lotus Seeds
Mustard Seed
Poppy Seeds
Radish Seeds
Safflower Seeds
Sesame Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower Seeds, Roasted
Weight Control, Exercise
and Nutrition
Some people who want to lose
weight make the mistake of focusing exclusively on calorie-intake and
counting calories. Although keeping track of energy intake is vital, energy
expenditure is also important. So too is diet nutrition, because when
we maintain a healthy body and metabolism, we burn calories faster. In
short, if you want to lose weight, make sure you eat a healthy diet in
order to obtain all your necessary nutrients.
More Information About
Calories and Energy Expenditure
Calorie Burning Exercise Advice
Calories Burned By Exercise
Calories in Foods
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