Are you nuts about nuts? Research suggests that consuming nuts can lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases and premature death. Just how beneficial is nut consumption? What contributes to their benefits?
Government Agencies Acknowledge Nuts May Reduce Cardiovascular Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Food Standards Australia New Zealand have approved health claims regarding nuts and their ability to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, particularly in lowering LDL cholesterol levels. The European Food Safety Authority has also approved health claims regarding walnut consumption and improved endothelium-dependent vasodilation.
Furthermore, nuts have been endorsed by various international health organizations, including the Canadian Cardiovascular Society, the Joint British Societies, the Heart Foundation of Australia, the American Heart Association, and the European Society of Cardiology, for both primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular risks. These organizations recommend regular consumption of nuts as a healthy source of plant protein and fats to lower LDL cholesterol, improve overall lipid profiles, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases….