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Pistachios – the Healthy Snack for Weight Loss
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Snacking is a natural part of our day so what we snack on should be natural as well. Pistachios are a super quick snack that is loaded with vitamins, minerals and fiber. With only 160 calories per serving (about 50 nuts) they are also the lowest calorie snack nut you can buy.
Most of us start feeling hungry around 10am and 2pm – just a few hours after we’ve eaten breakfast and lunch. By that time our blood sugar levels start to drop and we are tempted to grab a sugar filled snack. What we should be grabbing is a snack that has a high amount of fiber. Eating foods rich in fiber will help keep your blood sugar levels constant throughout the day which means you’ll avoid that sudden drop and won’t be grabbing sugary snacks or caffeine. Studies also show that a diet high in fiber will help you feel fuller longer and can help you lose weight. One serving of pistachios contain 2.9 grams of fiber which is more than many other nuts, breads, raisins, figs and other “health” foods.
When snacking in the evening it’s even more important that you chose a healthy, low calorie snack. As you get closer to the end of your day there is little chance you will be working off many of the calories that you consume. Not only are pistachios low in calories but they also offer a visual clue of how much you’ve eaten. Unlike sitting down with a bag of chips while you watch television and not knowing exactly how much you’ve consumed, the pistachio shell that is left behind is a reminder of how much you’ve eaten. Your eyes can see a large pile of shells and can send a signal to your brain that you’ve eaten a lot of something. This can create a feeling of satisfaction that you won’t get with other snack foods.
The next time you need a snack grab a handful of pistachios. Not only will you end your hunger you will also refuel your body so you can keep up with your busy day.
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