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Nuts & Seeds

½ Cup Raw Walnut

Raw walnuts are edible tree nuts with a rich, slightly bitter flavor and a soft-crunchy texture. They are commonly eaten as a snack or added to cereals, salads, and baked goods.

Beneficial properties

rich in unsaturated fats source of plant omega-3s high in copper and manganese contains fiber provides antioxidants

Nutritional highlights

Walnuts are rich in polyunsaturated fats, especially alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), and provide fiber, protein, copper, manganese, magnesium, and vitamin E.

Caution. Tree nut allergy; walnuts are a common allergen and are calorie-dense for those needing energy restriction.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Hardening / Clogging of Arteries
Includes: Atherosclerosis (Coronary Artery Disease)
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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Recipes featuring ½ Cup Raw Walnut