Pistachios contains more blood pressure-lowering potassium than other types and is rich in phytosterois, compounds shown to chip away at high cholesterol numbers. Chop pistachios and toss them into cooked rice or quinoa.
Brazil Nuts have the best source of the antioxidant selenium. Men who have high blood selenium concentrations had improved blood sugar control, which lowers the chances of fat gains and diabetes. Roast Brazil nuts in the oven with spices for a stellar snack food.
Almonds contain more leucine (which helps muscle growth), than most other nuts. They're also great in monounsaturated fat, the good fat. Take a handful of almonds and blend them into your post-workout shakes.
Sunflower Seeds have a high dose of Vitamin E. People who have high doses of Vitamin E experienced faster recovery. Toss sunflower seeds in some yogurt or oatmeal.
Chia Seeds have six grams of fiber per two tablespoons serving. This will keep you full so you don't have those urges. Sprinkle them on your salads, cottage cheese, yogurt and oatmeal.
Pumpkin Seeds have Vitamin K, Zinc, and Magnesium, which improves blood sugar control. Try toasting them in a dry skillet and then tossing them onto your salads.
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