Half of their content is healthy fats that help reduce the bad cholesterol levels and increase the good cholesterol levels. They are called healthy fats, because they are unsaturated (mono and polyunsaturated), oleic and linoleic fatty acids, such as omega -3. These fats control the triglycerides and cholesterol levels in the body, which makes them a cardio protector food. It is said that a handful of nuts on a regular basis reduces the cardiovascular risk.
On the other hand, they are high in antioxidants (vitamins E, and C) which are very important to fight against free radicals, substances that are responsible for some degenerative illnesses and of aging.
Also, they are high in minerals such as: phosphate, potassium, calcium, iron, and trace elements such as: zinc and selenium.
As you see, nuts are excellent to include in our every day diet and our shopping lists because its benefits and properties will also help us lose weight.
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