Are Almonds Good for Weight Loss?

Nuts have a reputation for being high in fat and calories—not exactly what you're looking for in foods to include in a diet. But as it turns out, some nuts, particularly almonds, can play a key role in Weight loss.

Almonds Can Curb Hunger 

Almonds are especially satiating, which means including them in a meal or eating them as a snack can help you to feel full for longer than you might otherwise, and less likely to make a beeline for the snack machine. There are several reasons almonds are so satisfying:

• They're packed with protein. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), one ounce of almonds (about 22 whole nuts) has 6 grams of protein.1 Research has found that high-protein foods, in general, are helpful for weight loss. One study found, for example, that a high-protein low-carbohydrate diet increases metabolism.2 Other research has revealed that including high-protein foods in the diet helps suppress the appetite.3 By including them in your diet you're less likely to feel hungry even if you're eating less while trying to shed excess pounds.
• They're filled with fiber. Almonds also contain significant amounts of fiber. Fiber is filling, so when it's part of a meal you're likely to feel satisfied for longer than if you'd eaten a meal with little or no fiber. There are 3 grams of fiber in a serving of almonds.
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