The Almond craze has been going on for a while now, but did you know most other nuts have a lot of the same health benefits?
All nuts are high in fiber and a good source of protein, especially for vegetarians. They are all known to reduce diabetes risk, cancer risk and risk of cardiovascular disease. So why should you consider Walnuts over all the other nuts?
Walnuts have a significantly higher amount of (ALA) alpha-linoleic acid which is a form of Omega 3 fatty acid which reduces inflammation. They have a higher level of polyunsaturated fat which is great for the heart. There is also high amounts of phyto-chemicals know through testing to reduce cancer risk.
Are you convinced? If so, buy yourself some fresh, raw walnuts. Store them in the refrigerator in a ziplock bag to keep the high fat content from going rancid. Eat a handful each day for a snack to get your daily dose!
Think about all the ways you use walnuts. It’s not just for baked goods. Add them to your salads, soups, pizzas, cover them in dark chocolate or make a pesto sauce with them.