5 Reasons to Eat More Nuts

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3. Nuts may help with blood sugar control

If you have diabetes or you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, eating nuts daily may help to keep your blood sugars under better control. Nuts have a low glycemic index, which means they only raise your blood sugars slightly. As nuts are rich in micronutrients, this may also help to explain their positive impact on glycemic control.