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Peanuts

PeanutsPeanuts, raw

0.25 cup
(36.50 grams)

Calories: 207
GI: low

NutrientDRI/DV

 biotin88%

 copper47%

 manganese36%

 vitamin B328%

 molybdenum24%

 folate22%

 phosphorus20%

 vitamin E20%

 vitamin B119%

 protein19%

This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Peanuts provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System. Additional information about the amount of these nutrients provided by Peanuts can be found in the Food Rating System Chart. A link that takes you to the In-Depth Nutritional Profile for Peanuts, featuring information over 80 nutrients, can be found under the Food Rating System Chart.

Cashews

CashewsThe delicately flavored cashew nut is a favorite between meal snack that can be readily found in your local market year round. It also makes wonderful nut butter and a special addition to salads and stir-fry dishes.

Cashew nuts are actually the kidney-shaped seeds that adhere to the bottom of the cashew apple, the fruit of the cashew tree, which is native to the coastal areas of northeastern Brazil. While cashew apples are not appreciated in the United States, they are regarded as delicacies in Brazil and the Caribbean. Cashews are always sold shelled because the interior of the shells contains a caustic resin, known as cashew balm, which must be carefully removed before the nuts are fit for consumption. This caustic resin is actually used in industry to make varnishes and insecticides. 

Pumpkin seeds

What's New and Beneficial About Pumpkin seeds

• Pumpkin seeds have long been valued as a source of the mineral zinc, and the World Health Organization recommends their consumption as a good way of obtaining this nutrient. If you want to maximize the amount of zinc that you will be getting from your pumpkin seeds, we recommend that you consider purchasing them in unshelled form. Although recent studies have shown there to be little zinc in the shell itself (the shell is also called the seed coat or husk), there is a very thin layer directly beneath the shell called the endosperm envelope, and it is often pressed up very tightly against the shell. Zinc is especially concentrated in this endosperm envelope. Because it can be tricky to separate the endosperm envelope from the shell, eating the entire pumpkin seed—shell and all—will ensure that all of the zinc-containing portions of the seed will be consumed. Whole roasted, unshelled pumpkin seeds contain about 10 milligrams of zinc per 3.5 ounces, and shelled roasted pumpkin seeds (which are often referred to pumpkin seed kernels) contain about 7-8 milligrams. So even though the difference is not huge, and even though the seed kernels remain a good source of zinc, you'll be able to increase your zinc intake if you consume the unshelled version.

Pumpkin seeds

Cashew Caramel berry smoothie

                                                                         The recipe

Handful of frozen berries

2 tbsp D-Lish Cashew Caramel nut butter

1/4cup coconut flakes

1 container plain full fat organic yogurt

                                                              8oz Organic coconut milk
Whether for a morning boost or pre-training fuel, this smoothie is packed with healthy ingredients including D-Lish Cashew Caramel Gourmet Nut Butter. Sugar and dairy free – making it suitable for those following a vegan, vegetarian or Paleo diet – this alternative to standard peanut butter is also free from additives, preservatives and stabilizers. There are also several flavours to choose from to give this smoothie recipe a different taste each time. Simply blend and enjoy the recipe below.

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High protein pumpkin smoothie

by Angela Simpson of Eat Spin Run Repeat

In addition to providing a generous serving of plant-based protein, this fall smoothie gets an even bigger nutrient boost thanks to superfoods like flaxseed, chia seeds, maca, and cacao.

Serves 1

Ingredients

• ½ cup pumpkin puree
• 1 serving Vega Sport Performance Protein Vanilla
• 1 frozen peeled banana
• 1 cup water or unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tsp ground flaxseed
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp Vega Maca powder
• ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves)
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 4 ice cubes
• Cacao nibs

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients except for the ice in a blender and puree until almost smooth.
2. Add the ice and continue blending until completely crushed.
3. Pour into a class and sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon and cacao nibs. Enjoy!

http://myvega.com/vega-life/recipe-center/pumped-pumpkin-pie-smoothie/

Omega-3 content sets walnuts apart from other tree nuts

Omega-3 content sets walnuts apart from other tree nuts

Room for innovation, expansion in nut butters & sweet spreads: Mintel analyst

Room for innovation, expansion in nut butters & sweet spreads: Mintel analyst

Tips for Choosing the healthiest nuts and seeds

Nuts and seeds are rich in heart-healthy unsaturated fats and other nutrients. But nuts are not all created equal. A cashew isn’t a pistachio. A macadamia isn’t an almond. And some nuts come smothered in sugar or salt. Here’s how to shop for the best.

Choose the heart-healthiest nuts

Most nuts or seeds should help lower your LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, especially if it’s high. That’s because they have considerably more polyunsaturated fat than saturated fat. Those with the most poly vs. 

http://www.nutritionaction.com/daily/what-to-eat/5-tips-for-choosing-the-healthiest-nuts-and-seeds/

Try this easy nut/seed butter

Try this one in your food processor. Also will be posting recovery butter recipe on next post.

Ingredients

1. 1.5 cups raw almonds
2. 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
3. 1/4 cup flax seeds
4. 1 scoop protein powder
5. 1/4 cup raw cacao nibs
6. 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. In food processor grind the flax seeds first. Remove and set aside.
2. In food processor grind almonds and pumpkin seeds until a thick paste is formed. This will likely take about 4-5 minutes depending on the speed of your processor.
3. Add raw cacao nibs next and process into the mixture until well blended.
4. Add the olive oil, whey protein powder (or other protein powder), and ground flax back into the mixture and blend for 10-15s.
5. Remove, store in the fridge and use as desired.

Importance of Seeds and nuts in the diet for athtletes

Times have changed from when we used to joke about folks who ate “nuts and berries"—the makings of a bland diet. Today’s athletes routinely enjoy nuts and berries, and are now looking for ways to notch up their diets with more seeds—such as flax and chia—and whole grains like quinoa.

This trend can enhance the health of both our bodies and the planet. That is, by choosing more plant foods, we’ll end up eating less meat and animal protein. If each of us were to eat just one less pound of beef per week, greenhouse gas emissions would drop significantly. 

http://www.usatriathlon.org/about-multisport/multisport-zone/fuel-station/articles/importance-of-seeds-nuts-in-diet-070213.aspx

New Flavors added!

• Choco Super Berry (with Camu Camu, dried berries, cashews and peanuts)
• Elvis Butter (with Bacon, dried bananas, and peanuts)
• Cashew Caramel (with Cashews, maple and vanilla flavors, sweetened with Brown Rice Syrup)