Goodness of Walnuts

Walnuts are rich in Omega- 3 fatty acids, which all know boosts immunity, anti-inflammatory protection against arthritis, asthma, psoriasis, PMS & certain types of cancer. Where anti-depressant medications have failed, it is worth trying Omega-3 fats through supplements, walnuts, flax or fish.  Intake of Omega-3 fats has also been found to help patients of schizophrenia, manic depression, mood instabilities & bipolar disorders.

Many studies have shown that walnut enriched diets have lowered cholesterol & cardio-vascular risks. Walnuts also have an anti-inflammatory effect & improve endothelial function. Impaired endothelial function is associated with increased risk of diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, abnormal cholesterol level & heart disease.

Walnuts also contain a number of potentially neuro-protective compounds like Vitamin E, folate, melatonin, polyphenols & antioxidants. These may also offer additional benefits in brain function & delay ageing. Walnuts contain multiple nutrients that individually have been shown to slow cancer growth, including antioxidants & phytosterols