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The Nuttier The Better

The Nuttier The Better

Individuals that consume nuts, such as walnuts, peanuts, and tree nuts, on a regular basis have lower risk of developing coronary heart disease or cardiovascular disease when compared to individuals who don’t, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. This study was to investigate the frequency of …

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Walnuts & Other Nuts Improve Markers of Chronic Disease

Walnuts & Other Nuts Improve Markers of Chronic Disease

Eating tree nuts helps to lower body weight and body mass index, while improving cholesterol levels and markers of inflammation. Walnuts, almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamias, pecans, pine nuts, and pistachios are types of tree nuts, for which a number of previous studies have suggested a variety of health benefits. Carol O’Neil, from Louisiana …

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