Snack Attack on the Run

I recently heard about a study in which people were asked to eat 49 almonds a day, and they

were not asked to make any other changes. Most of the people in the study lost weight! Apparently, besides being full of wonderful nutrients, the almonds (or other raw nuts) also take the place of other unhealthy snacks. Raw almonds have lots of the healthy kind of fat, keep you satisfied for longer than most snacks, and won't cause your blood sugar to go on a roller coaster ride.

I have carried almonds around in my purse in plastic zipper bags, but they seem to get dried out if not eaten right away. I like the new 100-calorie packages that Blue Diamond has come out with, because they keep the nuts fresh. Another good idea is to carry your almonds in an empty Altoids can.

Be sure to store the bulk of your raw nuts in the refrigerator or freezer, as the natural oils can turn rancid.

Having something like this in your purse or car could keep you from driving through the fast-food lane. Give it a try!