If you've been avoiding nuts go in your daily diet, the cause may be a single, high fat content. It is true, the fat content in nuts is high, but actually you do not need too worry. Of the existing fat content, 85% of which are unsaturated fats (monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat). In the system of the body's metabolism, unsaturated fats actually needed to help decrease LDL (bad) cholesterol and increase HDL (good fat). Unlike the saturated fats, which stimulate elevated levels of LDL (leading to increased risk of heart attack or stroke).
"Unsaturated fats, such as those found in peas and beans can help reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke," said dr. Samuel Oetoro of fit Nutri Clinic. Description dr. Oetoro confirms the results of a study published in the Journal of Nutrition in April 2002. According to the study, people who replace half the fat intake from the diet with almonds daily for six weeks, LDL levels fell by 6% and the HDL level was up 6%. In addition, levels of triglycerides (blood fats) they dropped to 14%. The study and several other studies indicate a combination of unsaturated fat and flavonoids in nuts lower the risk of heart attack.
One more stunning than nuts, most of the types of foods that contain Omega 3 fatty acids (commonly found in fish oils). These fatty acids have been shown to reduce the risk of heart attack and have other health benefits.
For intake, nuts are foods whose benefits can not be ignored, but easily processed and has a tantalizing taste of the tongue.
Although the nutritional content of every different kind of nuts, in general the food is made up of components: saturated fat (the minority), unsaturated fat (the majority), phytochemicals (flavonoids, ellagic acid, phytoestrogens), the composition of phenolics, fiber, protein (which making it the best alternative for the intake of meat substitute), vitamin E, vitamin B6, niacin, and folic acid, magnesium, zinc, copper, iron, calcium, selenium, potassium, and the amino acid arginine.
The content of protein, fiber and unsaturated fats in nuts make it as adequate food 'complete'. The combination makes pengonsumsinya feel full and always powerful. No wonder food agency and medicines USA (FDA) dare to make recommendations to the citizens of Uncle Sam to take a handful of nuts every day. The reason is obvious. First, to obtain an adequate supply of nutrients for the body. Second, to fortify the body from various diseases through the absorption of various nutrients found in nuts.
Problem processes it into a dish, you will also not be confused. Almost all the nuts can be eaten in a raw state so that it becomes a practical snack. Alternatively, you can menyangrainya, mix it with dried fruits to make trail mix, process them into spice satay or gado-gado is delicious, or making jam. Almost all processed form that can be done in no time.
So, at any time you eat, do not forget to insert the nuts in the menu list that will be served. And we are sure, you will not refuse a meal that promises super energy, build muscle, and reduce the risk of heart attack. Bon appetite!
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