Snacking on specific nut everyday can curb appetite and help you lose weight, says study

EATING almonds could help people manage their weight, a study reveals.

Researchers found that consuming 30-50g of the nutrient-rich nuts helps reduce people’s appetites.

In the study, those who ate almonds instead of a carbohydrate snack cut their energy intake by 72 calories at the next meal.

Dr Sharayah Carter, of the University of South Australia, said: “Rates of overweight and obesity are a major public health concern and modulating appetite through better hormonal response may be key to promoting weight management.

“Our research examined the hormones that regulate appetite, and how nuts – specifically almonds – might contribute to appetite control.

“We found that people who ate almonds experienced changes in their appetite-regulating hormones, and that these may have contributed to reduced food intake.”

“We are now excited to see how almonds might assist with long-term weight management.”