Tag: Nuts

To support healthy aging, focus on eating “good” fats called omega-3 fatty acids. They can slow down cognitive decline and reduce depression by improving communication between neurotransmitters. Omega-3 fats also combat inflammation, the major process behind aging and chronic conditions. Even risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood cholesterol and triglycerides, will improve with omega-3 intake. Foods like unsalted nuts, avocado, and fatty fish are your best bet.

Nut grass or musta is great for your digestive and urinary system. It fights metabolic disorders like diabetes and inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. It can also help you manage weight and fight obesity. Musta is also being explored for treating epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and even cancer!

Cashew nuts, pine nuts, hazelnuts, and pistachios can all contribute to your daily intake of iron. So can the buttery Brazil nuts, pecans, almonds, and macadamia nuts. Walnuts, butternuts, and peanuts also make the cut when it comes to an iron boost. Round it off with some sesame, pumpkin, sunflower, and flaxseeds!

Cashew nuts contain protective antioxidants and are rich in nutrients like magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin K. They help control cholesterol and blood pressure levels and can prevent gallstones. They may also help ward off anxiety and protect against cancer. However, do limit intake or they can cause you to gain weight.

Nuts and seeds are a good addition to your line-up of omega 3-rich foods. Walnuts of all kinds – black, butternut, English – can get you healthy doses of omega 3 fatty acid ALA. So can flaxseeds, mustard seeds, chia seeds, and pecans.

Cashew nuts can be a perfectly good source of energy if you’re pregnant. They have a lot of goodness courtesy the magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, zinc, and vitamin K they contain. Unfortunately, if you are allergic to cashew nuts, the side effects may put your health and pregnancy at risk. Also, these calorie-packed nuts can easily cause you to gain more weight than you should. So be wary if you are already overweight.

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Sweet potato is rich in nutrients that not only load you with energy but also help you lose weight. Some healthy sweet potato recipes for breakfast include the maple walnut sweet potato bowl, sweet potato and quinoa salad, peanut butter sweet potato bowl, and savory egg and sweet potato scramble. These breakfast combinations are not just filling but also easy to make.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disabling disease of the central nervous system that disrupts information flow within the brain, and between the brain and body. Certain foods that contain high levels of animal fats and most dairy products are known to increase the risk for MS. Switching to foods that are high in omega-3s and vitamin D, walnuts, ginger, turmeric, plant-based oils, fresh fruits, and vegetables can lower your risk for MS.

Indulging in snacks doesn't have to mean compromising on your diet and health. Spread almond butter on apple slices for a nutritional boost. Dip veggie sticks into hummus to avoid overeating. When you're craving something sweet, try frozen grapes, dairy-free banana ice cream, or yogurt with fresh fruit. Eat oatmeal with protein powder, avocado on rice crackers or wheat crackers with cheese for an energy boost. For something classic, spread peanut butter on celery stalks.