Nuts &Health Benefits
Nuts consumption decreases chronic diseases.
Nuts are a source of intake of fiber and dietary
,and
Dietary fiber is associated with reduced occurance of obesity
And cardiovascular diseases.
Nuts provide minerals and vitamins to the diet and supply
Phytochemicals that function as anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory
Fiber:is health promoting nut ingredient .
1)The intake of dietary fiber s inversely related to obesity
,Type2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease according to
Epidemiological andclinical studies.
2)Among nuts , Almonds present the highest content of fiber.
3) Cashews have the lowest content of fiber.
Almonds are mainly composed of
Monounsaurated Fatty acids (MUFA) 60% and polyunsaturated
Fatty Acids (PUFA) 30%
PUFA helps to reduce bad cholesterol level in blood.
Which can lower the risk of heart disease and stroke
MUFA canhelp to reduce LDL-CHO levels
Ref Foods 2023 : Mar12(5) : 942
On line 2023 Feb 23
doi:: 10.3390/ Foods 120 50 942
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