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Health Benefits of Syrian Walnuts:
1- Walnuts are primarily made up of polyunsaturated fat. They contain a relatively high percentage of omega-3 fat, which has been linked with various health benefits.(1,2)
2- Walnuts are an excellent source of several vitamins and minerals. These include copper, folic acid, phosphorus, vitamin B6, manganese and vitamin E.(1,3)
3- Walnuts are a rich source of antioxidants and healthy fats. They may also reduce several of the risk factors for heart disease, especially when combined with other healthy lifestyle habits.(1,4,5)
4- Since they are a rich source of beneficial plant compounds, walnuts could be an effective part of a cancer-preventive diet.(1,6)
5- A walnut-rich diet may improve brain function and possibly slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.(1,7)
Reference:
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/walnuts#section2
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22332096
- https://ndb.nal.usda.gov/ndb/search/list?fgcd=Branded+Food+Products+Database&ds=Branded+Food+Products
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12076237
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11368503
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19883717
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25024344
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25747270