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5/16/2020

What's the 411 on Walnuts?

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Walnuts are a good source of protein, fibre and other nutrient dense properties packaged in this brain looking nut! Due to their high content of Omega-3's, they also help with our cognitive functioning. Walnuts are high in good fats such as monounsaturated, polyunsaturated and Omega-3's (as mentioned) which also support heart health. These unsaturated fats help lower LDL cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol) and raise the HDL ("good" cholesterol). These healthy fats can help reduce cardiovascular disease, heart attacks and strokes according to The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. Also, there have been research studies showing that walnuts have anticancer properties and  can reduce inflammation in certain cancers. 
 

Any type of food should be eaten in moderation, so be mindful of how many walnuts you consume as they are high in fibre and oil which could lead to a loose gut - if you know what I mean! 

You can enjoy walnuts in salads, homemade muffins, breakfast yogurt or as a snack with dried fruit. 
Nutrition on 14 halved walnuts consists of 185 calories, 2g of CHO, 4g of PRO, 19g of Fat, and 2g of Fibre
  

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