Pecan nutrition and health benefits for Keto diet

Pecan Diet and Health Benefits for the Keto Diet

Recently, during one of my visits to Himachal Pradesh, I received a special gift, a bag full of freshly picked pecans. In fact, since leaving Himachal Pradesh in 1990, I had never had the opportunity to enjoy freshly picked pecans or pecans straight from the tree. After so many years, the bag of goodness and health made me think about sharing a blog about it with my readers. So here I am with a well-researched post on the subject Pecan Diet and Health Benefits for the Keto Diet. But before that, just take a look at the fresh pecans.

Pecan Diet and Health Benefits, Especially in Winter

Like walnuts, pecans are a healthy nut. Although pecans are loved by everyone for their nutty taste, but I've seen them Keto Followers who usually associate with it. They love to make these a part of their desserts and salads. There are many other ways to enjoy these nuts not only in desserts, but also in many hearty dishes. Keto diet lovers add these to their daily meals because pecans are low in carbohydrates. With several health benefits, pecans are my new favorite snack, especially in winter.

According to the USDA's nutritional information for a serving of 28 g Pecan Halves, which make up about 19 halves, the nutritional information is as follows.

• Total calories: 196
• fat: 20 g
• carbohydrates: 4g
• fiber: 2.7 g
• sugar: 1.1 g
• protein: 2.6 g
• sodium: 0mg

If you notice the carbohydrate content, Pecans are naturally low in carbohydrates. An ounce serving of pecan halves contains only 4 grams of carbohydrates. to be high Fats Pecans are a favorite of low-carb, high-fat dieters.

Pecans are 20 grams per 28 gram serving, and the fat in pecans comes from monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are heart healthy. There is only 1.7 g of saturated fat per serving of pecans.

Top Pecan Health Benefits

• Pecans are a wonderful source of unsaturated fats and fiber along with polyphenols and antioxidants.
• Pecans are great for controlling blood sugar in many ways. The healthy fats and low carbohydrate content stop blood sugar spikes and keep diabetes under control.
• The fiber in pecans also helps in stabilizing and controlling blood sugar.
• It is also understood that eating pecans helps with a lower body mass index (BMI). When consumed within calorie limits, pecans are helpful in regulating blood sugar levels as well as controlling appetite.
• Pecans, when consumed raw with no salt, are good for a heart healthy, as they are low in saturated fat and sodium.
• Potassium in pecan helps lower blood pressure, and the fiber in it helps lower cholesterol levels.
• Pecans are considered a great food option to reduce the risk of cancer, especially postmenopausal breast cancer. A serving of just 10 grams of pecans per day reduces the risk of certain types of cancer.
• Pecans are a good source of fiber and are beneficial for digestive health. Since fiber is believed to be good for regulating bowel movements, pecans can also reduce your risk of colon cancer.

Yes, pecans are great in taste and healthy too, but if you have allergies to nuts then you mustn't dare to eat pecans. This is what my fresh pecans looked like fresh from the tree.

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55 years old, writer, painter, educator, meal planner and motivational coach who is always ready to do something new every day. From couch potato she became a health enthusiast, packed her free soul from 98 kg to 67 kg body and fell in love with life again at the age of 45. She is currently a strong advocate of body positivity.