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Health Benefits of Walnuts Update

  • November 21, 2016

The bounty of benefits found in whole and unadulterated foods is widely downplayed by the allopathic medical establishment. Their refusal to acknowledge the curative properties of “superfoods” is a natural offshoot of their overreliance on pharmacological interventions. A growing body of scientific evidence is making it more difficult to ignore how ordinary foods can provide extraordinary health benefits.

The humble walnut was the focus of a recent Medical Daily study. They discovered that this common tree nut is much more than a tasty snack food. In the walnut, Mother Nature has crafted a nearly perfect package of protein, healthy fats, fiber, plant sterols, antioxidants and many vitamins and minerals. One-quarter cup of walnuts provides more than 100 percent of the daily recommended value of plant-based omega-3 fats.

You can't really go wrong when choosing nuts to eat. Just make sure you verify how they were cultivated. Look for nuts that are organic and raw, not irradiated, pasteurized, or coated in sugar. One exception is peanuts, which are technically in the legume family. They tend to be laden with pesticides and are frequently contaminated with carcinogenic mold.

A large percentage of the population struggles with weight issues, diseases and other health complaints. Pharmaceutical drugs and other conventional methods may temporarily relieve the symptoms but do not address the underlying cause.

What so many fail to understand is that they can significantly improve their health by simply changing their eating habits. My nutrition plan can help you do exactly that. Consuming a nourishing diet that consists exclusively of whole and healthy foods can have a positive impact on your health. Just as important is removing all processed foods from your diet.