It totally sounds counter-intuitive, yet almonds are higher in fat + help you lose weight. Here's how: drinking a green smoothie with almond butter or other healthy fat alternative vs. one without helps you stay full longer. Fat takes longer to digest, leaving you less hungry for longer periods of time. If you're still full, you're not gonna grab that bag of chips or cookies in between meals. Instead, you'll opt to drink more water and ride out that full feeling all the way til your next meal. Winner!