Nuts and seeds are known as good sources of protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber. However, are they a good snack choice for weight loss? Not always, as healthy does not mean low calorie! Nuts are a very dense, caloric food. Nuts and seeds are slightly less than 200 calories per ¼ cup (a very small handful) and how easy it is to grab handful after handful. Nuts can give you a feeling of satiety or fullness. They are definitely a better snack than processed potato chips, corn chips or pork rinds.
Nuts and seeds are also a good source of heart healthy fat. They can be a part of your weight loss diet when you are mindful of the following:
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