They are a nutritionally rich food! They are one of the main sources of Alpha Linolenic Acids or ALAs, an omega 3 essential fatty acid. ALA’s offer a range of health benefits from reducing rheumatoid arthritis to protecting against dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Nuts also contain unsaturated fat. This type of fat is linked to protection against heart disease.
But they are high in fat and calories, so moderation is key. Just one serving a day is all you need!
One study found that participants burned 28% more calories after a meal containing walnuts than a meal containing fat from dairy sources. In other words, healthy fat can burn fat!
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