Scared to eat almonds

Almonds are a different type of fat. I can't tell you all the scientific terms behind it but the fat in almonds is good for you. They're actually the best nut for you. That said, you shouldn't eat 2 cups of almonds everyday because too much fat is bad for you no matter what kind but a handful a day is actually really good for you and they keep you full longer. They're an excellent snack!

they are filled with around 3,573 mg of Omega 6! They are good for yuo actually! In other words..."good fat". Your body needs some fats to digest some vitamins. It really is okay. I just wouldn't eat the whole bag in one sitting. Make it a nice snack of say 14-23 kernals. They have some good Potassium too, around 200 mg, which is good for fighting against the sodium in our diets.

I say "eat up" and enjoy!

I agree, almonds can be a great snack in moderation. They hare very high in monosaturated fats which are the esstial fats your body needs and craves. The same fats are found in avocados and olive oil. I usally have a snack of about 10 almonds.

Ha! So, check out this article on yahoo from last week:

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/the-only-5-diet-rules-you-need-2431161

"The only 5 diet rules you need"
1. Snack on almonds
When salty cravings strike, bypass the pretzels or popcorn. In a study of 65 men and women who were following a low-calorie diet, California researchers found that those who noshed on the nuts shrank their waistlines nearly 50% more than dieters who didn't eat them, despite consuming the same number of calories. Likewise, Spanish researchers found that even without increasing exercise, a diet enriched with monounsaturated fatty acids (aka MUFAs, found in foods such as almonds and avocados) decreased the accumulation of abdominal fat, compared with a carbohydrate-heavy diet, which increased it.

Hope that helps!!!

Yep good fat just in moderation

Here is a table of different nut types and their ratio of protien to fat. This might be helpful to you if you are looking for a good nut to eat. But like the ladies before me- yes, some fat in your diet, especially naturally accuring in nuts, is good for you.

Nut type (100grams) Protein Fat
Chestnuts 1g .6g
Cashew nuts 1g 1.5g
Peanuts 1g 1.8g
Walnuts 1g 11.5g
Coconut 1g 11g
Peanut Butter 1g 2.5g
Almond 1g 2.6g
Pistachio (with shells) 1g 3
Hazelnut 1g 4.5g
Brazils nuts 1g 4.8g
Pine nuts 1g 4.9g
Pecan nuts 1g 7.7g

I have "0" willpower so I buy the Emerald 100 cal packs of natural almonds. I don't have to worry about how the heck I ate a whole pound of almonds..:laugh: I just have 1 pkg at morning break every day.

I was just gonna say that...the 100 calorie packs are just the right size. Almonds are terrific for you!

I have "0" willpower so I buy the Emerald 100 cal packs of natural almonds. I don't have to worry about how the heck I ate a whole pound of almonds..:laugh: I just have 1 pkg at morning break every day.

I was just gonna say that...the 100 calorie packs are just the right size. Almonds are terrific for you!

One recommendation: make your own 100 calorie packs! I buy my almonds in bulk, then every once in awhile will measure out a bunch of 100 calorie servings (.17 to .18 oz) on my kitchen scale, and put those in little baggies. It is WAY less expensive than buying the pre-packaged snack packs, and really doesn't take very long.

This is so true. But I still have a ways to go to get to that point. I'm still at the one for the scale and 1 for the mouth stage.:blushing:

Your body with thank you for those natural fats and you will probably find that these natural omega fatty acids will reduce your cravings for high-fat, unhealthy options. Almonds are a great omega fatty acid source as well as lean protein.

I second the raw almond note... Salted, not so good for you. But get raw almonds and enjoy them in moderation, great healthy fats and great in protein. A small handful midday will help your mood and blood sugar too!