Protein, fiber and unsaturated fat mean that almonds will keep you full for a while — especially because a 1-ounce serving is 23 whole almonds, a greater amount than other types of nuts.

For years, dieters have shunned nuts because of their high fat content. Well, you can forget everything you ever heard about nuts, and delight in knowing they are now considered health food!

For those looking to boost their health, six types of nuts could provide ... But they caution that nuts "do still contain high levels of fat, so eat them in moderation".