good for you
Tips and insights from a registered dietitian
Healthy nutrients in nuts Unsaturated fats: The monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats found in all types of nuts have been shown to help lower blood pressure and LDL (bad) cholesterol. Fiber: Nuts are high in fiber, which helps promote heart health. Fiber also keeps you feeling full, which can promote weight loss. Antioxidants: Nuts contain polyphenols, a powerful antioxidant to help protect your body against free radicals that can cause long-term disease such as cancer. Essential vitamins and minerals: Magnesium, zinc, vitamin E and iron are just a few of the vitamins and minerals found in nuts that help support bone health and your immune system. Omega-3 fatty acids: Eating at least four walnuts per day may help prevent chronic cognitive and cardiovascular disease. There are so many reasons to love nuts. Aren’t we lucky that farmers right here in California grow a wide variety, from almonds and walnuts to pistachios and pecans? Nuts are a convenient, nutrient-dense snack or ingredient that can help elevate the flavors in your food. They are also good for your body. Go nuts for nuts! They’re tasty, convenient and nutritious
Story by Ashley Hawk
Add on top of a salad for extra crunch
Toast in the oven to enhance their flavor and crunch
Blend into a smoothie
Add over a cup of soup
Fun ways to enjoy nuts
Stir into a bowl of oatmeal or yogurt
Soak overnight then blend for a creamy plant-based spread
Bake into a batch of cookies or bread
Make a trail-mix bar
Although many people store nuts in the pantry, they’ll stay fresher longer if you store them in an airtight container in the fridge. BONUS TIP
Ashley Hawk is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in nutritional science. To learn more tips and tricks to help you feel your best, follow her at @ashleyhawkrd.
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