Snack Secret SLASHES Heart Disease Risk 25%
Not everything we do for our health has to be complicated to have a big impact.
In fact, there’s one tiny, delicious change you can make—starting today—that can dramatically reduce your risk of heart disease:
Eat more nuts and seeds.
A recent study found that eating a daily handful of nuts can slash heart disease risk by 25 percent.
Other research revealed that a daily dose of about 15 grams of nuts and seeds (a small fistful) decreased heart disease risk by 20 percent.
But when you’re trying to support your heart, not all nuts and seeds are created equal.
Today, I’ll reveal the five best you can reach for…
First up are peanuts.
A study found folks who eat more peanuts have a lower risk of ischemic stroke.
Peanuts naturally regulate lipid levels and lower blood pressure. They also fight the buildup of arterial plaque, which helps prevent heart attacks.
Almonds are terrific for your heart because they’re LOADED with vitamin E. E helps prevent arterial plaque buildup and is associated with a lower risk of coronary heart disease.
Sunflower seeds make the list because they’re brimming with heart-healthy nutrients, including vitamin E, zinc, and folate.
Studies show eating more seeds reduces the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure.
Pumpkin seeds pack a ton of protein power in a tiny package. They have eight grams of protein per ounce, are high in magnesium, and help reduce inflammation.
Compounds in pumpkin seeds boost artery-expanding nitric oxide levels, improving blood flow and reducing the risk of heart problems in the process.
Hemp seeds (technically a nut) are high in heart-friendly omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. They also contain the amino acid arginine, which boosts hypertension-fighting nitric oxide levels and helps lower inflammation.
Animal studies show that hemp seeds reduce blood pressure and fight blood clots.
Nuts can be a bit pricey. But their many health benefits make them practically priceless.
Plus, you don’t have to eat many to reap those rewards. Just a handful a day is all it takes to get impressive heart protection.
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SOURCES:
Arnesen EK, et al., “Nuts and seeds consumption and risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and their risk factors: a systematic review and meta-analysis.” Food Nutr Res. 2023 Feb 14;67. doi: 10.29219/fnr.v67.8961. PMID: 36816545; PMCID: PMC9930735.
Aune, D., Keum, N., Giovannucci, E. et al., “Nut consumption and risk of cardiovascular disease, total cancer, all-cause and cause-specific mortality: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective studies.” BMC Med 14, 207 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12916-016-0730-3
