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Helps
Lower Cholesterol
Several
studies on nuts, including pecans, have shown that blood cholesterol
levels can be lowered when nuts are incorporated into the
diet. Pecans actually contain plant components with antioxidant
properties, which can slow the oxidation or "rusting" of LDL
(low-density lipoproteins), otherwise known as bad cholesterol.
University research has confirmed that pecans also contain
plant sterols, which have been in the news recently for their
cholesterol-lowering ability.
Heart-wise
Over half
the fat (56 percent) found in pecans is monounsaturated fat
and another 29 percent is polyunsaturated fat. This means
that almost 90 percent of the fats (oils) in pecans are heart-healthy!
Pecans are cholesterol-free and naturally sodium-free, making
them an excellent choice for those on a salt or sodium restricted
diet.
Packed
with Vitamins & Minerals
Pecans
add undeniable zest and flavor to any meal, as well as nutritional
benefits. Pecans contain over 19 vitamins and minerals — including
vitamin A, vitamin E, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus,
potassium, several B vitamins and zinc.
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