2- Walnuts
Walnuts may lower total serum cholesterol, LDL and Lipoprotein (a) levels,
Of all Nuts, Walnuts contain the highest content of the important Essential Fatty Acid,
Walnuts are a rich source of Vitamins and Minerals
- Niacin (B3)
- Thiamin (B6)
- Riboflavin (B)
- Folic acid as Folate (B)
- Pantothenic acid
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Iron
- Potassium
- Sodium
Walnuts are richer than most nuts in polyunsaturated fats (good fats) and have a high amount of Omega-3 fatty acid (ALA) alpha-linolenic acid
Omega-6 fatty acid (linoleic acid) 72%
Lutein (beta-carotene)
Zeaxanthinas (phytosterols)
Antioxidants
Ellagic acid
Melatonin
L-Arginine high in raw walnuts
Catechin
phytic acid
Walnuts also are a good source of dietary fiber. According to the National Institutes of Health (NAH), walnuts are rich in omega 3 fatty acid that have been shown to help improve Heart health.
Dr. SAID SOKHANDAN, N.D. is a Naturopathic physician as a Primary Care Provider, licensed in the State of WA, Additional specializations include extensive postgraduate training in a variety of holistic therapies, homo-toxicology (Detoxification), Hormone, anti-aging and longevity and diagnostic techniques. He also specializes in Nutrition, acupuncture and postdoctoral of Acupuncture from shanghai china and integrated nutritional counseling.
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