Nuts are a great snack as well as a healthy source of protein. Here's our guide to nuts and healthy eating, and with ways to get your children eating well throughout the day.

1) Pecan nuts, walnuts and almonds all contain an amino acid called tryptophan which stimulates your brain to produce serotonin.

2) Pecans are high in vitamin E which is great for the skin.

3) Almonds are packed with flavanoids which reduce inflammation and fight cancer.

4) Due to the high protein content in nuts, they will keep you feeling fuller for longer and therefore prevent overeating.

5) Eating nuts daily can dramatically decrease the risk of coronary disease by up to 50%.

6) Walnuts are high in Omega-3 fats which are great for strengthening bones.

7) Eating nuts can lower your cholesterol levels by up to 12%.

8) Nuts provide us with chromium which helps to ensure proper insulin function.

9) Nuts are high in lecithin which helps the nervous, glandular and hormone systems.

10) Although nuts are a good fat, they are still a fat and so need to be eaten in moderation.

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