AboutGeorge Rapitis, BSc. Nutritionist Expertise I have an MS. in Dietetics and Nutrition. I also have a degree in Culinary Arts. I would be happy to answer any questions about nutrition, healthy cooking or physical fitness. I recently completed a book called "The Lighter Side of Dark Chocolate: Take it To Heart" available at www.planetyorgos.com
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Experience I have also authored other books such as "Ask the Nutritionists" ,"The Healthy Pregnancy Cookbook: Eating Twice As Well for a Healthy Pregnancy." My work experience includes nutritional counseling and healthy cooking classes. I am a member of the American Dietetic Association.
Question I was told by a co-worker that if I am dieting that I should not eat any nuts because that are fatten. Is that true? Based on my research it appears that nuts are one of the most nutrious snack that anyone can have.
Answer Hello Yvette!
Despite nuts being high in fat and calories, new research indicates that nuts can also aid in weight loss.
Researchers at Purdue University have found that adding almonds to a calorie-controlled eating plan can assist in weight loss. Although the study was short-term and small in sample size, it does demonstrate that people were able to eat nuts and control or lose weight.
How? The mechanism is still unclear, but the researchers think that the fat content in nuts may promote satiety, the feeling that you’re full, or the protein in nuts may burn more calories during digestion.
Nuts are high in calories but are also cholesterol-free and they provide good sources of protein, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, vitamin E and selenium. In small portions, nuts can be a healthful food choice.
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