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| − | == Special Precautions of Walnuts ==
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| − | == The benefits of Walnuts are ==
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| − | *Walnuts are one of the best plant sources of protein.
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| − | *They are rich in fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidants such as Vitamin E.
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| − | *Nuts in general are also high in plant sterols and fat - but mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 fatty acids, in particular, alpha-linolenic acid ALA) that have been shown to lower LDL cholesterol.Walnuts have significantly higher amounts of ALA omega 3 fatty acids compared to other nuts.
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| − | *More than a decade of scientific evidence shows that incorporating walnuts in a healthy diet reduces the risk of [[heart disease]] by improving blood vessel elasticity and plaque accumulation.
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| − | *Walnuts have also been shown to aid in the lowering LDL [[cholesterol]] (the bad cholesterol) and the C-Reactive Protein (CRP). CRP was recently recognized as an independent marker and predictor of heart disease.
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