The NuttyBlog : Nutty News and Updates from JW Renfroe Pecan Co

While nuts tend to be heart healthy because of their high antioxidant content, the almond packs the most wallop. Closely related to the peach, apricot and cherry, the edible seed of the almond tree is a great source of vitamin E, magnesium and potassium. Almonds help combat cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis and diabetes. One study, in the Journal of Nutrition, showed that flavonoids in the skin of the almond work in concert with the vitamin E found in the meat of the nut to more than double the antioxidant punch either delivers separately. (read more)

Some scientists are beginning to think that eating certain fruits and nuts may delay old-age problems like Alzheimer’s disease. (read more)

Are you looking for simple ways to improve your heart health? Including a handful of almonds, whether it’s as a snack or sprinkled throughout your day, may be one easy and satisfying way. Over the past few months, new research on almonds continues to show why including a handful of almonds can help you to be true to your heart. Here’s a look at what they are finding. (link)

One of the hottest buzzwords among health nuts is antioxidants. And speaking of nuts, a few in particular are a fantastic source of antioxidants, which are naturally occurring compounds that help protect the body from harmful free radicals. More research needs to be done into the link between dietary intake of antioxidants and disease prevention, but it seems that’s irrelevant; most folks who are even vaguely health-conscious still seek them out. A new study looks at the antioxidant content of nearly 1,120 food items, the largest analysis of its kind. Topping the list were blackberries, walnuts, strawberries, prepared artichokes, cranberries, coffee, raspberries, pecans, blueberries, ground cloves, certain brands of grape juice, and unsweetened baking chocolate. (link)