Nuts have been part of the holiday tradition for centuries, with both religious and pagan origins cited by various sources. Although cooks tend to incorporate them in dishes throughout the year ...

Brenda Preszcator of St. Marys, Ont., has been making nuts and bolts as a holiday treat since her kids were small, and although they’re now adults, it’s a tradition they still insist on.

Eating nuts in the shell may also help you eat less since it takes time to crack them open. Avoid sugar-coated nuts (such as maple or honey glazed), which can deliver 8 grams of added sugar (two ...