Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Healty Foods Can Help Prevent Cognitive Decline!!!

According to California Walnuts website:" Although research has not found a way to ward off dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive decline may be preventable. Consuming specific foods, being physically active, and engaging in social activities may help maintain and improve cognitive health.

Animal research published in the British Journal of Nutrition1 found a diet containing as much as 6 percent walnuts (equivalent to one ounce or 1/4 cup in humans) was able to reverse age-related motor and cognitive deficits in aged rats."


"A recommended serving of walnuts is one ounce, which equates to one quarter cup or 12-14 walnut halves.
Just a handful of walnuts provides:
  • 2.5 grams of ALA, the plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acid.
  • 4 grams of protein
  • 2 grams of fiber
  • 10% of your daily value of magnesium and phosphorus"
I buy walnuts in a huge bag from Costco---and the Basil in my kitchen window is growing huge and healthy--
so I'm going to make some Walnut Pesto---I think it could be fun!

Whats your favorite way to eat walnuts????
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2 comments:

  1. AJune 11, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I like walnuts in chocolate chip cookies and sometimes brownies as well. Or on a healthier note, walnuts can also be a great compliment to poultry or fish dishes.

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  2. WinifredJune 13, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    I have always liked to crack the shell and eat the walnuts right away.

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