11/25/2025
Nuts in general are linked to longevity and health.
What nut is best for the brain is my question I ask you today!
7 KEY HEALTH BENEFITS OF WALNUTS
Walnuts actually rank high amongst the most antioxidant-rich of all foods on earth. I love that they actually look like your brain. ;)
They have very powerful free-radical scavenging powers to help protect against cancer and other diseases. Furthermore, walnuts are high in polyphenolic compounds and phytochemical substances that can have especially strong inflammation-reducing effects.
As such, a handful a day is exceptional for boosting health and preventing many diseases.
That said, here are 7 of the most research-backed benefits of walnuts:
1) Boost Brain Health and Protect Against Alzheimer's
As noted, routinely consuming walnuts can help cognitive function, including memory and focus, and protect against dementia and Alzheimer's.
2) Help Your Immune System
Walnuts are high in a number of nutrients that can help boost the immune system, such as copper and vitamin B6.
Both of these nutrients are also excellent for supporting the health of your nerves.
3) Improve Heart Health and Healthy Cholesterol Levels
Walnuts are excellent sources of certain omega-3 fatty acids; the amino acid l-arginine; monounsaturated fatty acids such as oleic acid; and essential fatty acids (EFAs) such as linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, and arachidonic acids -- all of which have been shown highly beneficial to preventing heart diseases.
A study published in the medical journal Metabolism showed consuming walnuts may significantly lower the "bad" LDL cholesterol and raise the "good" HDL.
Another study out of the University of Munich Medical Center showed that consuming walnuts can reduce ApoB levels, which is a marker used to evaluate the risk for cardiovascular diseases.
4) Control Your Cravings
Researchers from Harvard Medical School found consuming walnuts may increase levels of feeling full, helping to prevent cravings and thereby helping to manage weight.
5) Improve Metabolism and Cleanse and Balance the Gut
Walnuts are rich sources of minerals such as copper, potassium, manganese, iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and selenium that are essential for helping you efficiently and fully digest foods for energy.
They also aid in detoxification by helping remove toxins and waste.
A Louisiana State University study also showed they have prebiotic properties, in particular increasing the good bacteria Lactobacillus, Ruminococcus, and Roseburia, which can improve your gut function.
6) Boost Bone Health
Phosphorous and copper are central to building and maintaining bone health, and walnuts are rich sources of both of these minerals.
Walnuts may also help increase calcium absorption into the bones.
7) Help Keep Your Skin Clear and Young-Looking
Because they're super-rich in antioxidants, omega-3s, and other nutrients noted above, they help rid the body of toxins that cause early aging.
They also have strong anti-inflammatory properties, and excess inflammation is a key source of early aging.
Furthermore, walnuts help boost vitamin B which is important for keeping fine lines and wrinkles at bay.
Now, one point about walnuts bears repeating -- while they are so nutrient-dense, they are also calorie-dense, so typically eating a handful a day will do. And if you want their maximum benefit, consider eating them in the morning.
That's because in addition to helping with craving-control, they've also been shown to ward off fatigue and help regular blood pressure throughout the day when doing so.
Get them into you please. ;)
