Hazelnuts / Filberts (In Shell)

-. Hazelnuts contain nearly ninty one percent monounsaturated fat and less than 4 percent saturated fat. Over thirty tree nut studies indicate this high level of monounsaturated fat is likely responsible for a reduction in both total blood and LDL cholesterol levels when hazelnuts are consumed as part of a low saturated fat diet.

-. It also contributes significant amounts of protein, fiber, iron, phosphorus, vitamins B one, B two, C, and E, folate and many other essential nutrients. Replacing a less nutrient dense snack with heart healthy and flavorful hazelnuts has many health benefits.