Nuts are really a super healthy snack. The crunchy snack associated with better heart health, lowers cholesterol. As it has high calories, it may even lead to weight loss.
As the proverb says “ if it is too much , the nectar will also be lost” , proper consumption of anything could not be fatal .
They are rich in proteins, fibre, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Helps in boosting energy and also helps to boost longetivity of life.
“The benefits of nuts definitely outweigh any other drawbacks or cons” says Jerlyn Jones , owner of the lifestyle dietetian.
we haven't heard much people saying eating nuts have consequences, but it has .
let us now see some consequences of eating nuts on a regular basis, as a high consumption.
Gas , bloating , digestive issues may occur :
nuts has some compounds like phylates and tannins , which makes them difficult to digest. Eating too much fat which is abundantly found in nuts, may lead to diarrhoea.
You could possibly gain weight :
Yes, nuts could help in weight loss - But there is a ceveat . This applies only if there is a moderate consumption. Nuts are calorie dense, means that they contain more energy per ounce than many other foods. This may gain your weight.
Those who have difficulty in swallowing :
Young children and some older people who have difficulty in swallowing should also avoid nuts as it could increase the risk of choking. People suffering from Dementia, Parkinson's disease and Reduced mobility may have a high risk of aspiration.
In rare cases, too many brazil nuts can cause selenium poisoning :
Brazil nuts are really rich in Selenium. One ounce serving [ 6 to 8 nuts ] contains nearly 10 times the recomended daily amount of selenium .This may brittle your nails , cause your breath to smell and even trigger aching muscles and joints.
Eating nuts on a regular basis on a proper consumption may also has many benefits like it reduces diabetes , controls heart disease risk as well as cholesterol and triglycide levels.
One serving , that is approximately 30 grams or ⅓ of a cup [ or a handful ] . since all nuts have a similar content, a wide variety of nuts can be included asa part of a healthy diet.
Although nuts are rich in poly unsaturated fatty acids [ PUFA ], Dietary fibre , Micronutrients etc., they may also contain high levels of carcinogenic substances, the mycotoxin aflatoxin B1.
Think before you leap . Eat after you explore .
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