Crunching the Truth: Why Nuts and Seeds Are Nature’s Superfoods

Walnuts

Walnuts are one of the best sources of antioxidants, and therefore help in the prevention of degenerative diseases, including cardiovascular ailments and cancers. As walnuts are rich in a specific amino acid called L-arginine, they can help improve blood flow in clogged arteries. Regular consumption of walnuts can help reduce the risk of prostate and breast cancer, lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels, aid in weight control, boost brain health and manage diabetes. They are equally good for maintaining healthy skin and hair. Walnuts also contain melatonin, the hormone that helps us sleep. If you are going to snack before bedtime, exchanging a sugary snack for Walnuts might help you to nod off.

A rich source of: copper, manganese, vitamin e, vitamin B6, magnesium, iron, phosphorus.

Pistacho

If we need to lose significant weight, pistachios are one of the best choices of nut. Even a generous handful only has 167 calories and still provides around 8% of our fibre requirements and 40% of our pyridoxine RDA. The high levels of vitamin B6 and B1 in pistachios help support the nervous system, brain function, digestive system and the health of our eyes...