High in protein, fat, and fibre, nuts [1] are one of nature's most nutrient-dense, filling foods. But if you're watching your carb intake for weight loss [2], 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 [4]
Calories: 210
Lower-Carb: Pecans
Serving size: 1/4 cup (22.7 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams [5]
Calories: 152
Lower-Carb: Walnuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3 grams [6]
Calories: 210
Lower-Carb: Macadamia Nuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 3.7 grams [7]
Calories: 197
Lower-Carb: Almonds
Serving size: 1/4 cup (36 grams)
Carbs: 6 grams [8]
Calories: 220
Lower-Carb: Pine Nuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 6 grams [9]
Calories: 190
Higher-Carb: Cashews
Serving size: 1/4 cup (28 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams [10]
Calories: 160
Higher-Carb: Peanuts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (37 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams [11]
Calories: 210
Higher-Carb: Pistachios
Serving size: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
Carbs: 8 grams [12]
Calories: 170