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Low Carb Diets Low Carb Diets Getting Started Health and Nutrition Recipes From Laura Dolson  It's pretty clear that nuts, in general, are good for us.  They seem to be heart-healthy and there is also evidence that they can aid in weight loss.  For low-carbers, they can provide nutrients that are found in whole grains without all the starch.  But which nuts are best?  Here is some information to help you choose.  Also, info about choosing coffee drinks, and some intriguing information about the role of fats for mammals.  Have a healthy week!  Laura Nutty Nutrition  Ever wonder which nuts and seeds have the least carbs, or the most omega-3 fats? I've made a chart making it easy to compare the most commonly-eaten nuts and seeds. Check out the carbs, fiber, calories, and the types of fats in each. Search Related Topics:  low carb food lists  nuts and seeds  Almonds: Low-Carb Super Food When I'm going to be out of the house for awhile, I will often tuck a few raw almonds into my pocket. Find out all about almonds: nutrition, health benefits, and why they are such a great friend to low-carb eaters. Also see: Almond Meal: where to get it, how to use it, plus low-carb recipes Low-Carb Pancakes Search Related Topics:  almond meal recipes  low carb super foods  Is Fat the Natural Energy Source for Mammals?  There's an idea in some paleo blogs  that for most mammals, the primary energy source is fats. For example, the microbes in the guts of cows convert a lot of cellulose to fats, so that cows end up getting 60-80% of their energy from them! Last year I looked into this claim, and what I found was pretty interesting. Carbs in Coffee Drinks  Did you know that some large coffee drinks can have as much as half a cup of sugar in them? (Example: a Vente-sized Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha at Starbucks) Learn how how to navigate the cappuccinos, lattes and other coffee drinks without ending up with a boatload of sugar. Search Related Topics:  low carb food lists  low carb beverages  Related Searches Low Carb Diet Foods Foods Without Nuts Healthy Nuts Chocolate Nuts Raw Nuts Featured Articles Low-Carb Fruit List Low-Carb Vegetable List Carbs in Grains and Legumes Low-Carb Vegetarian How to Overcome Fat Phobia All Laura's Low-Carb Recipes   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Laura Dolson Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Low Carb Diets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads How to Cut Carbs 6 Steps for the Beginner Top 10 Low Carb Mistakes Low-Carb Food Pyramid How to Get Through the First Week   Follow me on: Advertisement