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Nuts don’t just taste good, they are good for you. Nuts are an underrated nutritious snack. Almonds, walnuts and cashews have been linked to lower cholesterol, better heart health, weight control and even a decreased risk of certain cancers. Just a small handful of nuts can load your diet with protein, fiber, unsaturated fats and a host of important vitamins and minerals. That’s just a handful! Give the gift of nuts.
Nuts are Versatile
You can eat nuts plain. Just grab a handful and nosh them. You can also eat nuts mixed with other things. You can mix nuts with dried fruit. You can make a trail mix of nuts with pretzels and chocolate chips. You can add seasoning to your nuts to make them more spicy or savory. You can also bake with nuts. Add some nuts to your favorite brownies. Add some nuts to a cake. Heck you can even add nuts to your cookies. You can make your own granola with nuts. Nuts go great in so many recipes as an add on.
They Make You Smarter
Some nuts can help boost brain power. Cashews in particular are rich in iron and zinc. Iron helps transport oxygen to you cells which can prevent anemia. Zinc is critical to immune health and healthy vision. Cashews are also an excellent source of magnesium. In fact, just one ounce of cashews provides 25 percent of your daily need of magnesium. Magnesium has been linked to memory improvement. It may also help protect against age-related memory loss. So, grab a handful of nuts and a crossword puzzle!