Photo by  NeONBRAND  on  Unsplash Do you ever really stop to think about your nuts? Do you give them the consideration that they deserve? We do. Actually, we’re beyond focused on nuts. Nuts deserve our respect, after all. They may look small and unassuming, but they do a lot. That’s why it’s important to avoid these nut-based mistakes.  Crushing Nuts  Not everyone wants crushed nuts. You should never crush your nuts -- unless you’re into that sort of thing, in which case, go for it. If you are into that sort of thing, go ahead and skip this paragraph. If you’d rather avoid crushed nuts, read on. Now, if you don’t want to crush your nuts, it’s important to protect those nuts. First, ask yourself how firm your nuts are. Some nuts are firmer than others and require a little less protection than the rest. A lot of nuts are quite soft, though, and while there’s nothing wrong with that, those nuts will definitely need some extra protection. If you find that you’re working with

Image by  Gerd Altmann  from  Pixabay   Snack companies don’t tell you everything. As a matter of fact, there’s a lot that they’re hiding from you. Before you go nuts for a snack company, take a look at these secrets that they’re keeping out of the light.  Nuts Are Just Better  Listen, when it comes to snacks, nuts are the superior choice. Chips and candies are fine, but nuts are the best. Why? Well, first of all, they have more nutrients than a potato chip or a cracker. Need more B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and other vitamins and minerals in your diet? Then you need nuts. Nuts are also more filling than other snacks. The protein and fiber content can keep you full longer, which means that you won’t have to fill up on empty calories.  You Can Say No to Boring Snacks  Of course, this doesn’t mean that your nuts can’t be tasty. Quite the opposite, actually. Nuts have so much versatility that you could eat them every day and still have new options to try. There’s a