If You're Eating Low-Carb, Choose These 6 Nuts (and Not These 3)
High in protein, fat, and fiber, nuts are one of nature's most nutrient-dense, filling foods. But if you're watching your carb intake for weight loss, some nuts are surprisingly high, and eating handful after handful can really add up. Before you go crunching away on just any nut, opt for these six low-carb choices, and limit the last three.
Lower-Carb: Brazil Nuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams
Calories: 210
Lower-Carb: Pecans
Serving size: 1/4 cup (22.7 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams
Calories: 152
Lower-Carb: Walnuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams
Calories: 210
Lower-Carb: Macadamia Nuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3.7 grams
Calories: 197
Lower-Carb: Almonds
Serving size: 1/4 cup (36 grams)
Carbs: 6 grams
Calories: 220
Lower-Carb: Pine Nuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 6 grams
Calories: 190
Higher-Carb: Cashews
Serving size: 1/4 cup (28 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams
Calories: 160
Higher-Carb: Peanuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (37 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams
Calories: 210
Higher-Carb: Pistachios
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams
Calories: 170