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I’M ON A FREE SALTED DIET, BUT I FANCY NOBLE NUTS. WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND ME CHOOSE?

On elmasnuts.ro, all products are accompanied by the nutritional declaration, which you can consult for information related to any diet. For a sodium-free diet, our recommendation would be to focus on raw almonds and raw cashews.

I AM A COMMITTED VEGETARIAN, I DO NOT EAT MEAT, EGGS, FISH OR SEAFOOD. THEREFORE, I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHICH OF THE NUTS OR SEEDS HAS THE RICHEST LYSINE CONTENT?

Very good question! Here are the nuts and seeds with the highest content of this essential amino acid: the richest is pistachios, followed by cashews, sunflower seeds and almonds.

WHAT’S THE PERFECT SNACK TO HAVE BEFORE I ATTEND GYM CLASSES?

How about some dried fruit? It is easily digested and gives you energy to support the effort. You can choose any option; it seems that raisins are the favorite of athletes.

Which Elmas product is richest in selenium?

Each serving of sunflower seeds provides an important percentage of the daily selenium requirement. Selenium is an essential trace element for the proper functioning of the body. It is a basic component for at least 25 types of proteins in the human body and is particularly important for protecting cellular DNA against oxidative processes.

Why should I eat pumpkin seeds?

Among the health benefits of pumpkin seeds, we chose to mention that they are a good source of omega-3, and their rich tryptophan content helps us avoid insomnia. With a portion of approximately 600mg of tryptophan, pumpkin seeds help people who suffer from mild insomnia. Also, vegetarians and vegans […]

Is it true that peanuts reduce the risk of gallstones?

Daily consumption of at least a portion of nuts, hazelnuts and especially peanuts reduces the risk of gallstones by 25%. (Tsai, Leitzmann, Hu, Willett & Giovannucci)

Why should I eat peanuts?

Peanuts are known to be rich in fat. It is good to know that of the fats that peanuts contain, 80% are unsaturated, so peanuts have a profile similar to olive oil. Most of the unsaturated fats are monounsaturated, associated with a low cardiovascular risk. An increased intake of monounsaturated fatty acids in food contributes [...]

CAN I LEAVE NOBLE NUTS AND HAZELNUTS TO SOAK BEFORE I EAT THEM?

You can lightly crush the nuts and peanuts soak and afterwards spice and dry them. Drying at temperatures below 115 degrees is preferable to baking because this way better preserves enzymes and nutrients.

IS IT TRUE THAT WALNUTS, NOBLE NUTS AND PEANUTS ARE HEALTHIER RAW THAN ROASTED?

Because there are not enough studies to recommend that their raw form be healthier, choosing between raw or baked remains just a taste option. Both options provide important nutrients for a healthy diet. The baked version, however, is preferable to the one fried in oil. If you like the silhouette, we recommend you watch […]

I try to eat healthy, but sometimes I feel the need for something sweeter or more spicy. Could noble nuts fried with honey or chili be an alternative?

Of course, noble nuts with honey or spices are a very good option if you want a delicious snack! You can also mix walnuts with dried fruit or try apple slices and bananas sprinkled with almond butter.