Looking for a snack that is healthy, delicious, and filling? Give raw walnuts a try! Walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids which provides a protective effect against heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids can lower triglyceride levels, reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke, slow the build up of plaque, and lower blood pressure slightly! Walnuts are high in antioxidants which can help lower your risk of cancer!
Keep in mind however, that nuts are high in calories so when you snack on them limit how many your are eating! A 1/3 cup of walnuts with fruit makes a great snack. Try them with blueberries, melon, an apple, or raspberries!
Always remember that simply adding a healthy food to your diet will not necessarily protect you from disease. The way to get the best results from eating healthy foods is by using them to replace less healthy foods in your diet! For example, if your usual afternoon snack is a bag of chips, try eating some walnuts instead!
For more information on omega-3 fatty acids please visit http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fish-oil/NS_patient-fishoil
Cheers,
Brittney
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