Pistachios

Pistachios do contain fat but they aren t necessarily fattening. These flavorful nuts also contain other important nutrients including protein,potassium and heart healthy unstatured fats.

According to a study, the body does not completely absorb the fat in pistachios. The study result indicate that pistachios might in fact contain less calories. Pistachios are among the lowest calorie nuts having 160 calories a 30 gram portion

The energy value of a 30 gram portion of pistachios was 5.9% less than prior calculations.

Choosing to eat pistachios support weight loss and weight management goals.