Nuts and seeds are very healthy to eat for many different reasons. They are great sources of protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and many different minerals. Nuts and seeds can help regulate regulate your appetite and body weight. Nuts contain trace element minerals, although required in tiny amounts, many (like selenium) are hard to get from other foods in your diet Nuts and seeds contain unsaturated fats and other nutrients that provide protective effects against many diseases, including heart disease.