THE FAT STORY Not all nuts are created equal

Six types of nuts can now carry a claim attesting to their health benefits. These nuts received a B level health claim, which means the scientific evidence supporting the claim is moderate but not conclusive. Not all nuts qualified for the FDA's health claim, however. Some are too high in saturated fat.
NUTS THAT QUALIFIED FOR A B HEALTH CLAIM
TypeCaloriesTotal fatSaturated fat
Almonds17014.5 g1.5 g
Hazelnuts16018.0 g1.0 g
Peanuts16013.5 g2.0 g
Pecans19019.0 g2.0 g
Pistachios16014.0 g2.0 g
Walnuts18018.0 g2.0 g
NUTS THAT CANNOT INCLUDE A HEALTH CLAIM
TypeCaloriesTotal fatSaturated fat
Brazil nuts19019.0 g5.0 g
Cashews16013.0 g2.5 g
Macadamias20020.0 g2.5 g
Source: Los Angeles Times