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If the bulk of your diet comes from a box, bag, or can, it is time
for you to consider that you are not fueling your body in the way it
needs to be fueled. True energy comes from raw foods that have

not been tampered with. This includes fruits, vegetables, nuts,
seeds, freshly-squeezed fruit or vegetable juice, and fermented
foods such as kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi.

Secret # 29: Know Your Nuts

Squirrels truly do know best: nuts are a great addition to a healthy
diet. While you may have heard a lot about nuts, you might wonder

if there is a difference between roasted nuts and raw nuts.

Why raw nuts are so good for us

Raw nuts are a nutritious part of any snack or meal. They are high
in protein, and high in heart-healthy fats and fiber. In addition,
raw nuts have essential nutrients such as B-vitamins, vitamin
E, potassium, magnesium, iron, and zinc, as well as sterols and
antioxidants.

There are many kinds of nuts, and each has its own health-
promoting properties. For instance, Brazil nuts provide high

quantities of selenium, and almonds are an excellent source of
calcium.

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