nuts

hey guys, i've heard mention of nuts as a fairly healthy snack option.  just wanted to get some opinions on which type and how much to enjoy.  i know almonds have been mentioned by dx, but at the grocery store last night they had about 6 different kinds of almonds?  what do you guys suggest? thanks, al

My dietitian said unsalted (of course) roasted. They are for the most part a good source of protein as well. And about a quarter to half a coup for a serving.  Chew well!! Like everyting else in our diets ofcourse. She listed almonds, cashews, and penuts from what I remember.                           Hope this helps.                                            Tom

Ditto on the unsalted and roasted for the almonds.  One or two at a time, but chewing to mush is required or they don't stay down and they must be dense cause it doesn't ake alot to get full.  So enjoy but beware. 

what about a trail mix with nuts, raisins, and m & m's?

M&M = sugar = dumping!!!  and besides sugar(M&M is not good for you anyway ) any dried fruits are   high in sugar...so watch them as well.

My Dr. said 9 Almonds a day is the magic number. Not for protein but fiber to aide in digestion. I have some serious constipation. I leave the toilet feeling like I just got gang raped in a prison. Some real impressive (if that's the word) poop. Thought about posting on "Rate my Poop dot com). It's been a issue. I used to love my BM's, nice Hot Rod magazine, easy flowing poop. Now, it's a dread cause I know I'll have to pass nerf football. YIKES. Fiber Fiber FIBER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.  The Dr. also said " tree nuts are ideal for aiding in digestion. The root nuts like peanuts, while aren't bad, aren't as good a choice as the others. T Bone the Pooper

Al, Almonds, walnuts, peanuts, and sunflower seeds have been my friends since I first started to eat them at about two months.  They make a nice snack that I like and they’re high in fiber.  The fiber is important if you have problems with constipation; need I say more.  They are also fairly high in a fat, which helps with the bowels, so limit yourself to an ounce or two a day.  Having said that, I don’t think we can digest them very well (as the toilet paper will attest) so they probably don’t contribute that much to our caloric intake.  The bottom line is that I recommend them.   As far as the trail mix, I stay away from it; though I’ve been tempted many times.  For me, the sugar from the raisins and m&m’s would make me sick.

I'm on top of this one...I had a commerical almond orchard for years.  Almonds just plain are great.  The same with walnuts.  My cardiologist suggested walnuts for my heart too.  Sunflower and pumpkin seeds just plain are fine.  If you can't find them in the big box stores or grocery stores, try the health food stores.  Also dry roasted peanuts (Just a few...watch those because they can be very addicting).  I eat all of these every day.  I started at 290 and am down to 195 and maintaining even eating all of these.  I avoid sugar and fats and am doing well.  Also I carry these in my car, have them at work, keep them in my pocket!  In case I am stuck somewhere in the middle of nowhere, I want easy protein.

Thanks so much for the advice on nuts, and congrats on the weight loss.  I started at 304 and have figured that 195 was about where I wanted to be.  So, since you have already endured this journey, would you mind telling me, foodwise, what a "typical" day would entail for you?  I appreciate it.  I haven't started full foods yet, but I'm trying to anticipate what it will look like. Al