Research has found that frequently eating nuts lowers levels of inflammation related to heart disease and diabetes.
Regularly eating a healthy diet that includes nuts may:
- Improve artery health.
- Reduce inflammation related to heart disease.
- Decrease the risk of blood clots, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes.
- Lower the risk of high blood pressure.
- Lower the risk of early death due to heart disease.
- Lower unhealthy cholesterol levels.
NB: One drawback to nuts is that some may be high in calories – It’s important to limit portions, but choosing nuts instead of a less healthy snack may help you stick to a heart-healthy diet. Adults should aim to eat about 4 to 6 servings of unsalted nuts a week as part of a healthy diet. Serving recommendations for kids vary, depending on age. Ask your pediatrician how many servings of nuts are OK for your child.
