Nuts are something that you must consume daily irrespective of the season. There are certain facts on nut consumption that you must consider in mind but apart from that, nuts are extremely great for holistic health. While you may be indulging in lots of nuts, here are four nuts that are must-haves in your winter diet.
- Cashews- One of the tastiest nuts is cashew. It does contain fat but that is good fat. Cashews are rich sources of magnesium, iron and zinc. Magnesium is considered to be good for memory. Thus you must have 5-6 cashews daily.
- Almonds- You have to have a handful of almonds daily as these are rich in monosaturated fats that boost cardiovascular health and prevent the risk of heart attacks. It is also rich in fibre and antioxidants.
- Walnuts- Consuming walnuts daily can aid weight loss. We tend to indulge in a lot of unhealthy, fatty foods during winters and therefore, walnut would help in managing your weight. Besides, these are power-packed with antioxidants to prevent chronic ailments like heart attack, cancer, premature ageing, etc. It contains omega-3 fatty acid that is highly beneficial for the body.
- Peanuts- You will easily these during winters. These make for a great winter snack and you must have them. Why peanuts because they are warming and prevent you from cold. You can also have peanut butter for more benefits.
Add these nuts to your diet and boost your health in the chilly winter season.
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