Top 5 Prebiotic Fiber Nuts
Hey Uplifters!
Did you know prebiotic fiber is one of the most valuable nutrients to get into your daily diet?
We’re constantly on the go and to us, being able to have ready-on-the-go pick me ups are imperative to our current hustle bustle lifestyle.
Today we’re sharing our top 5 prebiotic fiber-rich wholesome nuts, that are high in resistant starch or soluble prebiotic fiber, will keep you energized, and of course keep your gut-happy all day long!
Top 5 Prebiotic Fiber Nuts
1. Cashews
Cashew nuts are surprisingly high in prebiotic resistant starch!
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2. Almonds
Almonds, especially the skin, contain high prebiotic properties which fuel our gut. They also contain vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber, and so much more! Just a handful of almonds — approximately 1 ounce — contains one-eighth of a person’s daily protein needs.
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3. Pistachios
High in insoluble and soluble prebiotic fiber, pistachios are very good for your gut bacteria! Eating pistachios may increase the number of bacteria that produce beneficial short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, which we know have a plethora of health benefits.
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4. Chestnuts
Chestnuts contain zinc, magnesium, dietary fiber, and tannins. All of these components play crucial role in improving gut and digestive health and may play a role in preventing and managing IBS and constipation.
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5. Hazelnuts
Besides for the healthful benefits that hazelnuts have, including Vitamin E, healthy fat, and protein, hazelnuts are actually very high in dietary fiber. The fiber content in hazelnuts will keep our gut alert and healthy. Besides for the nuts, you can also turn these nuts into a delicious hazelnut spread (Our favorite)!
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These are just some (gut) friendly suggestions for prebiotic fiber and prebiotic resistant starch filled nuts, but the options are truly endless!
Our new Gut Happy Cookies are packed prebiotic-rich nuts! If you haven’t gotten your hands on them yet, you can find them here.
We’d love to hear what your favorite go-to gut happy and healthy nuts are, please share!!
In Good Gut Health,
Team Uplifters