Hazelnuts

Hazelnuts

Hazelnuts were once relegated to the dessert table and classified as a "forbidden" food or an occasional snacking indulgence.

Fortunately, new research shows hazelnuts are antioxidant powerhouses that should be a mainstay in your healthy diet. In fact, serving for serving, they top blueberries by more than 30% in their ability to neutralize age-promoting free radicals.

Hazelnuts are a rich source of vitamin E, magnesium and thiamin. Like other nuts, hazelnuts also contain plant sterols that may help to reduce cholesterol.

Glycemic Index=0
Glycemic Load=0
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=9,645

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: Manganese
*Good Source of: Fiber, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Magnesium
*Preferences: Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Molds, No Citrus, No Tubers, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

If choosing hazelnuts in the shell, look for shells that are full and heavy. Shelled hazelnuts should have skins that are tight and nuts that are plump. Store shelled hazelnuts at room temperature, away from humidity and heat. Shelled hazelnuts may be kept in the refrigerator or freezer for up to four months. Unshelled hazelnuts may be stored in a dry, cool place for up to one month.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 1-ounce(s) HAZELNUTS OR FILBERTS

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 90.67

Calories: 176

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	17 g	*
Saturated Fat	1.2 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	12.8 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	2.2 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	24 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	4.7 g	*
Sugars	1.2 g	*
Fiber	2.7 g	*
Protein	4.2 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	5.6 IU	0%
Vitamin C	1.8mg	3%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	4.2 IU	14%
Vitamin B6	0.16 mg	8%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	4 mg	5%
Folate	31.6 mcg	8%
Niacin	0.5 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.03 mg	2%
Thiamin	0.18 mg	12%
MINERALS
Calcium	31.9 mg	3%
Copper	0 mg	0%
Iron	1.3 mg	7%
Magnesium	45.6 mg	11%
Manganese	1.7 mg	85%
Phosphorous	81.2 mg	8%
Potassium	190.4 mg	5%
Selenium	0.67 mcg	1%
Sodium	0 mg	0%
Zinc	0.69 mg	5%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0.84 mcg
Beta-carotene	3.1 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	25.8 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).