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Almonds for Weight Loss (Crunch Your Way to Lower Body Fat and a Trimmer Waist)

Learn how eating almonds can help you lose weight

Almonds for Weight Loss (Crunch Your Way to Lower Body Fat and a Trimmer Waist)


If you’re trying to trim your tummy, stave off cravings and get a lean, healthy body, don’t pass on almonds.

Almonds for Weight Loss: The Nutrient-Packed, Portable Solution for a Slimmer You

New research shows that adding almonds to your diet may not only aid in your weight-loss efforts, but also reduce your body fat and cinch your midsection significantly.

The 24 week study, published in the International Journal of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders, included 65 adults who were either overweight or obese. Half of the participants in the study ate a low calorie diet plus 84g/day (about 3 ounces, daily) of almonds or a low calorie diet plus their choice of complex carbohydrates. Both groups consumed the same amount of calories and protein.

At the end of the study, the almond-eaters enjoyed a 62% greater reduction in weight, 50% greater reduction in waist circumference and 56% great reduction in fat mass compared with the group consuming the complex carbohydrate alternative.

Getting the Weight Loss Benefits of Almonds

To target your tummy and boost your weight-loss efforts, trade in your “energy” bar for perfectly portable, nutrient-dense, raw organic almonds. A one ounce serving is about 1/3 of a cup or a small handful.

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References (1)
  1. Wien MA, Sabate JM, Ikle DN, Cole SE, Kandeel FR. Almonds vs complex carbohydrates in a weight reduction program. Int J Obes Relat Metab Disord. 2003 Nov;27(11):1365-72 (PubMed)

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Kelley Herring

Kelley Herring, founder of Healing Gourmet, is a natural nutrition enthusiast with a background in biochemistry. Her passion is educating on how foods promote health and protect against disease and creating simple and delicious recipes for vibrant health and enjoyment.

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