What are the best nuts for health and protein

[tammybear]

I'm wondering what the best nuts are for your health and for giving you some protein. I know that nuts are high in fat, but I wouldn't mind adding a small handful to my diet daily, especially when I want a little snack. Thoughts?

[legendarytroy]

I would say almonds and walnuts.

[jan]

Almonds, pecans, walnuts, macadamias and hazelnuts are probably the best for you health wise. But, yeah, they are also high in fat and it's super easy to eat too many of them!

[freddyboy]

What about Brazil nuts? I think that's another tree nut that's supposed to be good for you.

[treehuggertodd]

What about Brazil nuts? I think that's another tree nut that's supposed to be good for you.

Yup, they're good for you, too. The only "nuts" you want to avoid are peanuts and cashews. They're high in fat and cholesterol and don't offer much in the form of nutrients. They're far more likely to hurt your weight loss goals than help them.