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This Type Of Tree Nut Contains The Most Protein And Fiber By Garrett Palm Aug. 30, 2025 7:39 pm EST

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With both protein and fiber becoming more of a focus, it's helpful to highlight a healthy, simple, natural snack that's loaded with both: almonds. With 6 grams of protein per ounce, they're the best source of protein among the tree nuts, and provide only a gram less than peanuts. Along with the protein, an ounce of almonds provides 4 grams of fiber, the most among all the nuts.

It's not just fiber and protein — almonds also have the most calcium and Vitamin E of any nut. Plus, their polyunsaturated fatty acids can help reduce LDL levels, otherwise known as the "bad" cholester

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