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the health jeanne
by Jeanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life
One of the best snacks you can monounsaturated fatty acids and
eat are nuts. They are in season contain essential amino acids.
year-round! No waiting for them to Pecans are good for baking.
ripen. They are high in potassium and
There are a few kinds of nuts vitamin A. Like many nuts, they
that seem to be favorites, as well as contain some of the same minerals
nutritious. Eating healthy snacks, and vitamins that make them a
like nuts, is a good way to get nutritious snack. Southern people
some of your essential vitamins and will let you know they are known
minerals. for pecan pie! But, snacking on
I learned almonds are called pecans is less fattening and more
the “king of nuts,” because they nutritious than pie.
contain calcium, potassium, Sunflower seeds can be included
magnesium, phosphorus, folic acid, in the nut category. They have a
and protein. A handful of roasted unique flavor: somewhat nutty, yet
almonds proves to be a satisfying subtle. Yours truly recommends
snack any time of day. trying them for a snack or adding
Walnuts are delicious in baked them to a salad. Roasted sunflower
goods and sprinkled on salads. seeds are available with or without
Protein and fiber are key nutrients salt. They are a good source of
in walnuts, plus vitamins B, A, and fiber, too.
E, as well as important minerals. There are so many kinds of nuts.
Pistachios have one of the You can eat nuts and seeds without
highest sources of potassium any preparation. Nuts makes
of all nuts. Other supplements snacking easy and handy at home
are thiamin, phosphorus, or on the go! They are one of the
magnesium, manganese, and fiber. most beneficial snacks available.
In addition, they are also high in Enjoy some nuts today!
