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Craving something sweet?/ The healthy way to replace it as a habit

2026-01-13 17:13:00, Shëndeti CNA

Craving something sweet?/ The healthy way to replace it as a habit

If you're looking for a healthy way to curb your sweet tooth while also improving your daily eating habits, nuts may be the solution you need.

According to a recent study, replacing classic sweet and salty foods with nuts not only offers a delicious alternative, but may also have multiple benefits for your health and well-being.

The study, published in the journal Nutrients, focused on young adults at risk of metabolic syndrome, a condition linked to an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Participants who replaced carbohydrate-rich foods with nuts for 16 weeks experienced positive results. Specifically:

-Reduced cravings for sweet and salty foods.
-Increased intake of protein and healthy fats.
-Improved overall diet quality.

In contrast, the group that ate carbohydrate-rich foods did not experience similar benefits and actually increased their calorie intake, leading to weight gain.

According to researchers, nuts are rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber, which help you feel full and regulate blood sugar levels. The slow digestion of these nutrients prevents blood sugar spikes and drops, which in turn reduces cravings for sweets and unhealthy foods. /CNA 





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