While nuts are energy dense foods, good fats contribute to the body, vitamins, minerals and fiber. For these reasons, then we continue to see in detail the healing properties of nuts.
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The fat content of almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios and nuts is unsaturated (polyunsaturated or monounsaturated), and helps control the levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in blood. Some nuts, such as nuts, are also as nuts, are also rich in linolenic acid, fatty acid Omega 3 type which is beneficial for the heart.
Mainly properties of nuts
Walnuts are an interesting source of vegetable protein with an important content of arginine also related to cardiovascular disease prevention. The nuts are considered an important antioxidant thanks to its vitamin E, which prevents aging, certain types of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Provide appreciable amounts of vitamin B1 and B6 which promote the proper functioning of the muscles and brain. In addition, nuts provide minerals such as copper, zinc, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus. They are rich in fiber which is beneficial for intestinal transit and prevents various types of cancer, including colon cancer.
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