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Numerous research studies indicate that those who eat small amounts of nuts on a regular basis have dramatically lower levels of heart disease and lower levels of ‘lousy’ LDL cholesterol. The ability of pecans to combat heart disease and cancer comes from their large storehouse of nutrients. Pecans supply nineteen vitamins and minerals including cancer fighting vitamin C and beta-carotene, homocysteine lowering B vitamins, immune boosting zinc, and bone-building calcium, magnesium and phosphorous. These nuts also deliver both alpha- and gamma-tocopherols, potent antioxidants that protect against heart disease and cancer. Besides their many micronutrients, pecans supply hefty amounts of phytosterols, cholesterol like plant compounds that lower lousy ‘LDL’ cholesterol, reduce the formation of plaque on artery walls and inhibit the growth of cancer cells. In addition, pecans contain healthy monounsaturated fat to fight against cancer and heart disease and lower blood pressure. In fact, one ounce of pecans provides more of the disease-fighting oleic acid than one tablespoon of olive oil. Action Tip: Pecans are typically enjoyed in dessert and pies at Christmas. There’s no need to wait until the holidays to savor the satisfying flavour and health benefits of pecans, they can be enjoyed tossed in salads, trail mix, pasta sauces, cereal, or baked in muffins and loaves. They are especially flavourful when toasted. |
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