Walnut (Juglans regia) is an edible seed which has some health benefits which range from weight management to prevention.
Health Benefit of Walnuts
- It has cancer fighting properties
- It contains the amino acid l-arginine, which offers multiple vascular benefits to people with heart disease or those who have high risk for heart disease
- It also contains the plant-based omega-3 fat alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is anti-inflammatory and may prevent the formation of pathological blood clots
- It contains antioxidants which are vital to health. The antioxidant help in combating free radicals
- It helps in weight control
- Improved reproductive health in men
- It maintains healthy brain
- Walnut is an excellent hair food, because it contains biotin that helps strengthen hair and improve hair growth
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