Superfood: Walnuts

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Enjoy them sweet or savory, walnuts are great additions to salads, oatmeal, steamed green beans, and brownies.  Some studies show that eating walnuts helps reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and improves blood vessel function. 

Walnuts provide:

  • protein
  • fiber
  • vitamin E
  • vitamins B6, B9 (folate), B1
  • manganese
  • copper
  • magnesium
  • phosphorus
  • iron
  • phytonutrients (phenolic acids, flavonoids, phytosterols)

So, enjoy in moderation!  And know that when you sprinkle them on your salad, you are doing your body and taste buds a good thing!