Two new nutrition studies funded by the Almond Board of California build on the large body of science that says eating almonds can contribute to improving diet quality and aid in weight management. Almonds may also support weight loss as part of a reduced-calorie diet among adults with overweight or obesity. Weight management is an important consumer motivation for manufacturers to consider, as an IFIC survey reports it’s among the top four benefits sought by American consumers.
Some consumers don’t often see the science on healthy foods, including almonds, and still think nuts can make them gain weight. Put simply, these studies show that nutrient-rich almonds can elevate overall diet quality and heart health without causing consumers to gain weight. In fact, they may actually support weight loss as part of a healthy reduced-calorie eating plan.