Will eating almonds make me fat? I eat a couple almonds at a time through out the day but are high in fat?

Question

I eat about 3 or 4 at a time throughout the work day -

Answer 1

almonds contain a good fat. not all fat is bad. almonds are also jam-packed with vitamins (lots of B-6), protein and fiber.

and 3 or 4 at a time isn't much at all. munch away!!!

Answer 2

It all depends. How many calories do you eat per day? How many grams of fat, carbs, protein? These all factor in. Raw almonds are very healthy- they contain good fats and are high in the antioxidant vitamin E. I guess they could be fattening however if eating them throughout the day caused you to exceed your body's caloric and/or fat intake requirements for the day. If you're concerned, you should monitor the amount of almonds eaten along with your total food intakes for the day, along with your weight and body fat levels. If your weight and/or body fat levels begin to rise, you may have a problem. If not, you've got nothing to worry about. By keeping an eye out early, you can easilly control any unwanted fat gain.
If eating fatty almonds is helping you control your appetite and decreasing your intake of simple carbs, they may actually help you LOSE fat! (Fat sends signals to the brain that your stomach is full and keeps you feeling satisfied.) So, you might actually end up ingesting fewer calories overall, and fewer sugars overall. It could be a good thing!

Answer 3

Eating almonds will not make you fat. Almonds have good fats which help fight bad fats, so they are a great choice of snack. They also contain vitamin E (good anti-oxidant), B vitamins which are good for maintaining a healthy metabolism, nerve and brain function. So continue snacking on them knowing that you are doing your body a good deed!

Answer 4

What you are eating is a good amount, if you ate handfuls all throughout the day then you would want to worry about how many calories you are consuming. They are loaded with monosaturated fats and this kind is actually good for your heart, or so the experts say! I wouldnt worry about the amount you are eating!

Answer 5

No almonds are a good snack choice on a diet

Answer 6

Yes, nuts are high in fat, but it tends to be heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. And they are a good source of protein. Though you might want to watch your intake if you're eating salted nuts... you could be getting a lot more sodium that you intend.

Answer 7

I think almonds are actually good for you, they are probably considered a healthy snack compared to other things.

Answer 8

No, they are good fat, like avocados. I read in a women's fitness magazine about the good of fat, healthy eyes, clear skin, soft hair, strong nails, etc. They are also a healthy snack choice, I eat them too...but make sure you eat your greens and fruits (fiber!) too.

Answer 9

Almonds are good are you. Yes, the calories can add up, just balance your day around it.

Answer 10

No, that amount should actually be good for you. The protien and oils in 'em are great for energy, brain function, and metabolism (plus alot of other stuff). Go ahead and enjoy!