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Almonds are an ideal snack for those who want to shed a few unwanted pounds.

In one study overweight participants followed a 1,000-calorie-per-day diet that included 3 oz (85 g) of almonds. Over the course of the 24-week study, they lost 62 percent more weight and 56 percent more body fat than the group who ate a more carbohydrate-rich diet. The almond-eaters also had a greater reduction in waist circumference and blood pressure.

The researchers suggested that the protein, fat, and fibre in almonds kept their study participants feeling full, while the tough exterior of this nutritious nut may have prevented some of its calories from being absorbed.

Almonds are also an excellent source of belly-flattening monounsaturated fat.