10 Healthiest Nuts
Healthy Nut #1: Almonds
Almonds are the most popular and most consumed tree nuts. As they fall into the seed category, they are easily accessible and quick to eat. The United States is the biggest producer of almonds so they are available everywhere. This snack provides the essential antioxidants and nutrients such as fiber, protein, fat, vitamin E, manganese, and magnesium, to help achieve good health.
There have been many studies about almonds and human health. One clinical trial took 60 adult male smokers and had them consume almonds for about a month. It resulted in a reduction of oxidative stress biomarkers by at least about 23%.
