If You're Eating Low-Carb, Choose These 6 Nuts (and Not These 3)

Published on 11/28/2018 at 6:15 PM

High in protein, fat, and fiber, nuts are one of nature's most nutrient-dense, filling foods. But if you're watching your carb intake for weight loss, some nuts are surprisingly high, and eating handful after handful can really add up. Before you go crunching away on just any nut, opt for these six low-carb choices, and limit the last three.

Lower-Carb: Brazil Nuts

Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams
Calories: 210

Lower-Carb: Pecans

Serving size: 1/4 cup (22.7 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams
Calories: 152

Lower-Carb: Walnuts

Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams
Calories: 210

Lower-Carb: Macadamia Nuts

Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3.7 grams
Calories: 197

Lower-Carb: Almonds

Serving size: 1/4 cup (36 grams)
Carbs: 6 grams
Calories: 220

Lower-Carb: Pine Nuts

Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 6 grams
Calories: 190

Higher-Carb: Cashews

Serving size: 1/4 cup (28 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams
Calories: 160

Higher-Carb: Peanuts

Serving size: 1/4 cup (37 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams
Calories: 210

Higher-Carb: Pistachios

Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams
Calories: 170