The American Chemical Society released a research report on the 27th, said that walnuts have more nutrients than other nuts, and their antioxidant effects are greater than originally expected. The researchers suggest that people can eat 7 walnuts a day.
The researchers analyzed the nutritive value of the following 9 nuts: walnuts, almonds, peanuts, pistachios, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, cashews, macadamia nuts, and the American mountain core. It was found that walnuts contained the highest antioxidant content, a high-quality protein rich in vitamins and minerals, and a high fiber content, which is a milk-free and gluten-free food.
Researcher Joe Vinson said that several studies conducted in the past have found that eating a small amount of nuts a day can reduce the risk of a series of diseases such as heart disease, certain cancers, gallstones, and type 2 diabetes, but this is a researcher. For the first time, the nutrients of various nuts were analyzed and compared.
Vinson said walnuts contain more than twice as many antioxidants as other nuts of the same amount. He said that although walnuts are rich in nutrients, many people do not have the habit of eating walnuts because they are concerned about the high oil and calorie content of walnuts.
He said that walnut oil contains polyunsaturated fatty acids and monounsaturated fatty acids that do not cause arterial occlusion. In addition, according to a previous study, eating walnuts will not only result in obesity but will also reduce weight gain and the risk of obesity.
However, the researchers suggest that eating walnuts should not be excessive, and the amount should be 7 capsules per day.