Walnut - A key for healthy body
Walnut - A key for healthy body
Walnuts
" A handful of Walnuts contain almost twice as much antioxidants as an equivalent amount of any other commonly consumed nut."
There are many health benefits of having walnuts daily. Some are as follows:
- Rich In Antioxidants
- Super Plant source of Omega- 3s
- Decrease Inflammation
- Promotes a Healthy Gut
- Reduce risk of some Cancers
- Supports Weight Control
- Help in managing the Diabetes problem
- Help in lowering the blood pressure
- Supports good brain function
- Supports Male Reproductive Health
- Improves Blood fats
Walnuts are not just good for the heart, but also for the brain. No wonder, nature shaped these nuts like human brain ! So, if you have grown up hearing that almonds sharpen one's mind, you'll be surprised to know that walnuts can be helpful for the elderly in keeping their memory intact.
As per recent research, eating walnuts may help slow cognitive decline in at-risk groups of the elderly population.
We all know how important proteins are for us, don't we?
They build muscle, repair our tissues, make us leaner and stronger, reduce the risk of heart-related ailments and best of all keep us full so we do not overeat! But, in a world where everyone is constantly on the run, getting enough protein through our meals is becoming increasingly difficult.
Wouldn't it be great if Mother Nature gave us bite-sized protein nuggets that could be eaten anywhere, anytime?
Well, of course, she did! Nuts are nutritional powerhouses with concentrated proteins, calories and vitamins all embedded in a tiny seed. And the healthiest of them all - Walnuts!
How to eat Walnuts.....
Walnuts, like all nuts, are high in calories and providing about 150 to 200 calories. Of course, these are the healthiest fats you would find, but for those counting calories, remember to adjust your intake accordingly.
So, how do we eat walnuts?
It is suggested to eat 1 ounce (around 7 shelled) of walnuts, 5 times a week.
• Sprinkle them liberally on your breakfast cereals like muesli, porridge or oats every morning.
• Crushed walnuts can be added to your salads that you eat at lunch. If you like, you can eat them with chopped fruit too. Or, you can sprinkle chopped walnuts over your bowl of curd.
• Organic walnut butter, when blended in with fruit smoothies, can also provide you with all the nutrition.
• Raw walnut oil in pasta or as a salad dressing, will help you reach your quota.
• Some swear by soaked almonds and walnuts kept overnight, and eaten first thing in the morning as it helps in reducing birth defects.
• If you love baking, add walnuts to your muffins, breads and cakes to add that dash of raw nutrition.
To Summarise:
Now, that you know how a walnut benefits your brain, and gives you not only a healthier heart, but also glowing skin and hair, shouldn't you experience this wonder food for yourself?
A simple online search can provide you with amazing recipes that give you delicious alternatives on how to eat walnuts raw.
So, create an opening in your daily schedule based on the best time to eat walnuts and get started today!
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