Oils vs nuts

The Mediterranean diet is a very reputable diet for its benefits of lowering cardiovascular disease however we tend to talk about the benefits of olive oil and red wine rather than antioxidants and minerals coming from vegetables and nuts that are very abundant in this diet.

Olive oil contains monounsaturated fats which are better than trans fats and saturated fats found in butter and industrial food.Nuts are high in sterols,stanols,fibers,minerals,lignans and other health promoting nutrients that help lower cholesterol level in blood. Oils can be calorie dense and add up to your daily calorie count.

A small amount of olive oil in salads is perfectly fine for physically active people. For weight loss regimens, a handful of nuts will curb cravings and lower the risk of feeling hungry through the day.

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