7 Types of Nuts to Eat: Find out about their great benefits

Nuts have many benefits on the human body although they are high in fats, but these types of fats are good for heart health, hair growth, refreshing the memory, reducing cholesterol in the body, maintaining a glowing skin and many other benefits. 
Here are 7 Types of Nuts You Should Eat to Keep Your Body Balanced
Almond:

It is one of the best nuts that strengthen colon health and prevent strokes and anemia due to containing high percentage of potassium, magnesium and vitamin E. 
Cashew Nut:

This is one of the best types of nuts because it contains high percentage of unsaturated fats, antioxidants, calcium, magnesium, minerals, phosphorus and fibers that help build muscle reduce cholesterol and maintain heart health.
Peanuts:

They help protect against heart diseases due to containing iron, phosphorus, copper and calcium.
Hazelnut:

It contains antioxidants, magnesium, fibers and proteins, which makes it effective in reducing cholesterol and maintaining heart health.
Raisin:

Studies have proven that the vitamins found in raisin protect against heart diseases, and treat high blood pressure as well.
Walnut:

Walnut is essential for humans and has many benefits because it contains important and essential substances, as it contains proteins, fibers, minerals such as zinc, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, iron, and vitamins such as B1, B2, B3, B5, B7 and B12 in addition to vitamins C, D, A, E and others. It also contains carbohydrates and fats, both saturated and unsaturated, and is rich in omega-3.
Flax Seeds:

They are rich in omega-3 and vitamins A/B/D/E, treat heart diseases and inflammations and strengthen the immune system. 
All types of nuts are good for health but must be eaten moderately, because consuming nuts in large amounts is not good for the human body, especially peanuts as they cause some damages despite of their many benefits. However, the most vulnerable to these damages are children, as peanuts may cause them chronic allergy in addition to asthma and skin diseases. Eating large amounts of peanuts may lead to indigestion. Furthermore, peanuts are considered as an inappropriate choice for patients with kidney and gallbladder disorders and may adversely affect the function of thyroid.

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