Good news! There are some healthy foods that actually taste good and you’ll want to eat. It’s nuts!
No, not a crazy kind of idea, but the actual food category of nuts. They’re loaded with nutrients and, as more and more research is showing, many kinds of nuts also have additional benefits to our mental as well as physical well-being.
Here’s just a small sample:
Almonds – Almonds are an incredible source of vitamin E, which has been shown to reduce the risk of dementia.
Pistachios – Pistachios help the brain generate what’s known as gamma waves, which boost cognition and memory.
Walnuts – In addition to being rich in fiber and protein, walnuts are also believed to help improve mood.
Roasted or Raw?
That’s up to your personal taste. Research indicates that there's no difference in the health value between roasted and raw, provided the nuts are roasted without oil.
What if You’re Allergic to Nuts?
If you are one of the unfortunates who are allergic to tree nuts, some of the same benefits can be yours by upping your consumption of seeds such as pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds.
