Tag: Grinding nuts

Despite their name, tiger nuts are not true nuts but small, fiber-rich tubers, often used to create dairy-free milk or gluten-free flour. A food processor can grind tiger nut, but proper preparation is key to achieving a successful outcome and protecting your appliance.

Research has shown that grinding nuts can significantly increase the absorption of certain nutrients, including healthy fats and minerals, by breaking down tough cell walls. However, whether this is a net positive depends on your dietary goals, as it also affects calorie absorption and satiety.

Research has shown that grinding nuts increases the body's ability to absorb nutrients by breaking down cell walls, but also speeds up oxidation. So, does grinding nuts destroy nutrients, or does it simply alter their availability? This article examines the full picture of this common food preparation technique.