Do nuts make you fat? Prejudices about nuts

Do nuts make you fat? Prejudices about nuts

"Nuts make you fat". We've probably all heard this prejudice before. But what's really behind the rumor? Together with nutritionist Sven Back from Stuttgart, we would like to shed some light on the inside of the nut using selected examples.
02.04.2024
Eine Schale Walnüsse liegt neben einer "Seeberger" Walnüsse Jumbo-Verpackung auf Holztisch.

Hard shell, tasty (walnut) kernel

They are crunchy and deliciousWalnuts In any case. But what else is in the nut? With over50 percent isFat the largest component of the extraordinary kernel. However, there are many unsaturated fatty acids which provide the body with energy, the Support the immune system and the Reduce cholesterol levels. This reduces the risk of developing heart disease. The most important unsaturated fatty acids contained in walnuts are theOmega-3 fatty acids. As the body cannot produce these itself, they must be ingested through food. In addition to these nourishing fats, nuts also contain numerous vitamins. One example is Vitamin E. This ensures that wounds heal faster, for example, as the body cells are protected by the vitamin.

Eine Schale voll Mandeln steht auf einem weißen Tuch, daneben einige verstreute Mandeln.

Almonds - a variety of kernels

Thanks to its slightly sweet and pleasant taste, the Almond an ideal ingredient in baked goods, muesli or as a snack between meals
The almond contains over 50 percent fat . As with walnuts, the majority of this fat is made up of various fatty acids. unsaturated fatty acids together. These have a positive effect on blood pressure and cholesterol levels as well as the cardiovascular system. Almonds also provide a lot of Calcium which strengthens the bones in particular.

Schale voller Erdnüsse auf Holztisch, daneben offene Erdnusspackung mit Aufschrift "Premium Qualität".

Conclusion

So what is it about the Prejudice at the beginning of the article? In any case, it is clear how the cliché about nuts came about. Both types of nuts, i.e. almonds and walnuts, which are representative of all nuts here, consist of half fat . This finding quickly leads to the conclusion that these fats are immortalized directly on the hips. However, this is a Error because the fat contained in nuts can contribute to the " good fats " because the unsaturated fatty acids are easily digestible and even help with digestion . It can therefore be said that nuts do not necessarily make you fat, because, as with many other foods the measure decisive.