Table 14.

Nutrient Composition of Nuts

NutsPUFA
(g/100 g)		MUFA
(g/100 g)		SFA
(g/100 g)		Fiber
(g/100 g)
Walnuts47.28.96.16.7
Peanuts15.624.46.38.8
Pistachios13.723.85.610.3
Almonds12.331.63.812.5
Hazelnuts7.945.74.59.7
Cashews7.823.87.83.3
Pecans21.640.86.29.6
Macadamias1.558.912.18.6

From: The Effect of Diet on Cardiovascular Disease and Lipid and Lipoprotein Levels

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