Nuts
More health benefits... 
"Nuts have long had a bad rap for being high in fat and calories, prompting weight-conscious runners to relegate nuts to their lists of forbidden foods. But as researchers take a closer look at walnuts, almonds, and other nuts, they're discovering these delicious, crunchy foods are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. And that fat we were so wary of? Turns out it's good for our hearts and our running.
That was the conclusion of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which released a qualified health claim in 2003 that states eating 1.5 ounces (about a handful) of nuts a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. That's because most of the fat in nuts is monounsaturated and polyunsaturated, which have been shown to lower levels of LDL (so-called "bad" cholesterol). "These fats are important for runners because they have an anti-inflammatory effect on the body," says Nancy Clark, R.D., "and can help repair tiny muscle injuries that create inflammation."
It's also a good idea to steer clear of prepackaged nut mixes, which are often coated in oils... -- The Nut Case, Betsy Noxon, Runner's World
"Nuts have long had a bad rap for being high in fat and calories, prompting weight-conscious runners to relegate nuts to their lists of forbidden foods. But as researchers take a closer look at walnuts, almonds, and other nuts, they're discovering these delicious, crunchy foods are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. And that fat we were so wary of? Turns out it's good for our hearts and our running.
That was the conclusion of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which released a qualified health claim in 2003 that states eating 1.5 ounces (about a handful) of nuts a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. That's because most of the fat in nuts is monounsaturated and polyunsaturated, which have been shown to lower levels of LDL (so-called "bad" cholesterol). "These fats are important for runners because they have an anti-inflammatory effect on the body," says Nancy Clark, R.D., "and can help repair tiny muscle injuries that create inflammation."
It's also a good idea to steer clear of prepackaged nut mixes, which are often coated in oils... -- The Nut Case, Betsy Noxon, Runner's World
Our nuts are dry roasted (no oils or preservatives) in the store fresh every day.
A very healthy snack. Try our mixed nuts for everyday health.
Deluxe Mixed Nuts....$9.99 / lb
A blend of Almonds, Cashews, Pecans, and now Macadamia
(this year was a bad crop of Pistachio and the price skyrocketed. Now our mix includes the delicious Macadamia nut.
Great for any get together, picnic, party, or weddings. Your guests will enjoy the quality and flavor of fresh roasted nuts. Come in for a taste!
Almonds are considered the healthiest of all nuts!
"Almonds had been considered too fatty to be a healthy snack, but research has shown that the nuts actually lower blood cholesterol levels. 90 percent of the fats in almonds are unsaturated, and the nuts are high in protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E, and other antioxidants. Almonds help prevent osteoporosis and they regulate blood pressure." -- http://www.naturalnews.com/more health benefits of nuts
"Almonds had been considered too fatty to be a healthy snack, but research has shown that the nuts actually lower blood cholesterol levels. 90 percent of the fats in almonds are unsaturated, and the nuts are high in protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E, and other antioxidants. Almonds help prevent osteoporosis and they regulate blood pressure." -- http://www.naturalnews.com/more health benefits of nuts
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