All About the Nuts

Almonds

Crunchy, tear-shaped California Almonds are low in total fat and loaded with lots of good health nutrients. 92% of Almond fat is unsaturated with 73% from monounsaturated Omega-9 oleic acid that lowers the risk of heart attacks and protects cholesterol build-up in the arteries, and 27% from polyunsaturated fats. This all-around, good health nut has been shown to help fight cancer, reduce the risk of diabetes, and help support heart health. They are higher in protein, fiber, amino acids, potassium, magnesium, vitamin E and calcium than other nut sources and are packed with phosphorus, B vitamins and phytosterols. A few Almonds before meals is a great tool in a balanced weight loss or weight maintenance plan to take the edge off hunger to feel satisfied sooner. 

Breakfast Nuts
Floribbean Almonds
Samurai Kickin Nuts

Cashews

Luscious Cashews are lower in total fat grams than other nuts, with 79% of the fat from unsaturated fatty acids, 78% of it in the form of monounsaturated Omega-9 oleic acid and 22% from polyunsaturated Omega fats. They are highest in important phytosterols that block the absorption of cholesterol into the bloodstream. Cashews are also a good source of protein and fiber, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, folate and Vitamin K. If you are looking for eye health benefits, they also contain 7 mcg of lutein and zeaxanthin that helps combat eyestrain and eye damage from sun exposure.

Herbal Indulgence Nuts

Macadamias

Rich, Macadamia Nuts provide fats that are 84% unsaturated fatty acids, of which approximately 98% of the unsaturated fatty acids are the good-for-you monounsaturated fatty acids that help lower cholesterol and support heart health. Macadamias are a good source of life-sustaining choline and phytosterols that assist in treating prostate problems, normalizing blood sugar and insulin levels, and boosting immune function. And, just because they are nuts, they also have some of all the other nutrients that make nuts so good for you.

Yoga Nuts

Pecans

Yummy Pecans are a treat any day! They provide fats that are 91% unsaturated fatty acids, of which 61% are monounsaturated fatty acids from Omega-9 sources and 29% are polyunsaturated fatty acids from Omega-3 sources. Pecans have the highest concentration of antioxidant vitamins A for healthy eyesight and cell regeneration and E to help protect cells from damage. Round those benefits off with good fiber, protein, potassium, phosphorus and healthy phytosterols for one sweet, healthy treat.

Cocoa-Nuts
Herbal Indulgence Nuts
Wakin up to Coffeecake Pecans
Yoga Nuts

Pine Nuts (Pignolia)

Itty, bitty, little Pine Nuts pack a lot of nutrition for their small size! 92% of their fats are  unsaturated fatty acids of which 64% are from polyunsaturated Omega 6 linoleic acid, and 36% are Omega 9 monounsaturated fatty acids. They have the highest concentration of life-sustaining choline and Vitamin K for blood clotting and bone and cartilage development. They are also a good source of phytosterols, protein and fiber, and the antioxidant B and E vitamins, in addition to some lutein and zeaxanthin for eye health.  

Samurai Kickin Nuts

Walnuts

The "king" of nuts contains heart-healthy fats that are 90% unsaturated fatty acids, of which a whopping 84% are primarily from heart-healthy Omega-3 alpha-linolenic (ALA), polyunsaturated fatty acid, and 16% are monounsaturated Oleic acid, that plays a protective role in lowering heart attack risk and protecting arterial cholesterol build-up. Omega-3s have many cardiovascular health benefits such as reducing heart attacks, abnormal heart rhythms, and strokes, slowing hardening of the arteries, and lowering blood pressure. Omega-3s appear to also reduce morning stiffness and joint tenderness from rheumatoid arthritis. Walnuts also have a healthy amount of antioxidant benefits from vitamins E and A, making them a top food choice of many nutritional experts. On top of that, they have the highest folate concentration of all of the nuts and are a good source of protein, fiber and phytosterols. They even have a small amount of lutein and zeaxanthin for healthy eyesight. Adding Walnuts to your diet is a smart idea for good nutrition!  

Breakfast Nuts
Cocoa-Nuts
Pagoda Walnuts
Yoga Nuts