What are the Healthiest Nuts? A Collection

2. Healthiest Nuts By Nutrients

Nuts are nutrient-dense, meaning they have a lot of nutritional value for their calories. They contain many minerals and vitamins, from Vitamin A to Zinc, and they're low in saturated fats. In addition, the healthiest nuts have fiber, a dietary necessity that helps the digestive system function properly. Nutrient-wise, the top five nuts are pistachio, ginkgo nut, hazelnut, almond, and chestnut. These nuts have healthy unsaturated fats, carotenoids and a high ratio of nutrients to calories.