A study from researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, working with Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Harvard School of Public Health, found that eating an ounce of nuts a day might help people live longer lives and prevent weight gain.
Doctor Charles Fuchs of Dana-Farber, who led the team of researchers is quoted as saying: "The most obvious benefit was a reduction of 29 percent in deaths from heart disease, the major killer of people in America. But we also saw a significant reduction of 11 percent in the risk of dying from cancer."
Eating nuts was linked to a healthier lifestyle - including being less likely to smoke or be overweight and more likely to exercise. They suggest nuts are lowering cholesterol, inflammation and insulin resistance.
What kind of nuts?
"Nuts contain unsaturated fats, protein and a range of vitamins and minerals and make a good swap for snacks like chocolate bars, cakes and biscuits.
"Choosing plain, unsalted options rather than honeyed, salted, dry-roasted or chocolate-covered will keep your salt and sugar intake down."
The study was funded by the US National Institutes of Health and the International Tree Nut Council Nutrition Research & Education Foundation.
Doctor Charles Fuchs of Dana-Farber, who led the team of researchers is quoted as saying: "The most obvious benefit was a reduction of 29 percent in deaths from heart disease, the major killer of people in America. But we also saw a significant reduction of 11 percent in the risk of dying from cancer."
Eating nuts was linked to a healthier lifestyle - including being less likely to smoke or be overweight and more likely to exercise. They suggest nuts are lowering cholesterol, inflammation and insulin resistance.
What kind of nuts?
"Nuts contain unsaturated fats, protein and a range of vitamins and minerals and make a good swap for snacks like chocolate bars, cakes and biscuits.
"Choosing plain, unsalted options rather than honeyed, salted, dry-roasted or chocolate-covered will keep your salt and sugar intake down."
The study was funded by the US National Institutes of Health and the International Tree Nut Council Nutrition Research & Education Foundation.
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