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04-22-2009, 09:27 PM
Why You May Want to Eat More Walnuts
By Ashley Neglia (http://aolhealth.com/bio/ashley-neglia)
Adding two ounces of walnuts to your diet may be one of your best defenses against breast cancer. Essential omega-3 fatty acids, (http://www.aolhealth.com/drugs/omega-3-polyunsaturated-fatty-acids/what-is-omega-3-polyunsaturated-fatty-acids) antioxidants and phytosterols found in walnuts may reduce the risk of breast cancer, according to a study from the Marshall University School of Medicine. (http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/04/090421154325.htm) In the study, mice that were fed the equivalent of what would be two ounces of walnuts per day for humans showed a delay in tumor growth as well as fewer and smaller tumors.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Researchers attribute the decline in tumor incidence to an increased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids, which play a key role in reducing the risk of disease. Research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids may also be able to prevent coronary artery disease, heart disease (http://www.aolhealth.com/condition-center/heart-disease) and stroke (http://www.aolhealth.com/condition-center/stroke) by lowering the body's production of triglycerides. (http://www.aolhealth.com/conditions/triglycerides) However, because the body cannot manufacture omega-3 fatty acids, they must be consumed in the diet.
Nutrient Powerhouse
While found in oil from certain types of fish and vegetables, nuts are one of the best plant-based sources of omega-3s. In addition to omega-3 fatty acids, walnuts also contain fiber, (http://www.aolhealth.com/conditions/fiber) plant sterols (http://www.aolhealth.com/conditions/eating-your-way-to-lower-cholesterol) and unsaturated fat, all of which may help lower LDL, low-density lipoprotein or "bad," cholesterol levels in the blood.
Even though walnuts contain a healthy dose of unsaturated fat, it's best to consume no more than two ounces, or eight to 10 walnut halves, per day due to high caloric content -- one ounce contains 185 calories. Incorporate walnuts into your diet by substituting them for saturated fats, such as those found in meats, eggs and dairy products.
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By Ashley Neglia (http://aolhealth.com/bio/ashley-neglia)
Adding two ounces of walnuts to your diet may be one of your best defenses against breast cancer. Essential omega-3 fatty acids, (http://www.aolhealth.com/drugs/omega-3-polyunsaturated-fatty-acids/what-is-omega-3-polyunsaturated-fatty-acids) antioxidants and phytosterols found in walnuts may reduce the risk of breast cancer, according to a study from the Marshall University School of Medicine. (http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/04/090421154325.htm) In the study, mice that were fed the equivalent of what would be two ounces of walnuts per day for humans showed a delay in tumor growth as well as fewer and smaller tumors.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Researchers attribute the decline in tumor incidence to an increased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids, which play a key role in reducing the risk of disease. Research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids may also be able to prevent coronary artery disease, heart disease (http://www.aolhealth.com/condition-center/heart-disease) and stroke (http://www.aolhealth.com/condition-center/stroke) by lowering the body's production of triglycerides. (http://www.aolhealth.com/conditions/triglycerides) However, because the body cannot manufacture omega-3 fatty acids, they must be consumed in the diet.
Nutrient Powerhouse
While found in oil from certain types of fish and vegetables, nuts are one of the best plant-based sources of omega-3s. In addition to omega-3 fatty acids, walnuts also contain fiber, (http://www.aolhealth.com/conditions/fiber) plant sterols (http://www.aolhealth.com/conditions/eating-your-way-to-lower-cholesterol) and unsaturated fat, all of which may help lower LDL, low-density lipoprotein or "bad," cholesterol levels in the blood.
Even though walnuts contain a healthy dose of unsaturated fat, it's best to consume no more than two ounces, or eight to 10 walnut halves, per day due to high caloric content -- one ounce contains 185 calories. Incorporate walnuts into your diet by substituting them for saturated fats, such as those found in meats, eggs and dairy products.
Print this article. (http://body.aol.com/condition-center/breast-cancer/feature/_a/walnuts-fight-breast-cancer/20090422131109990001)