Walnut consumption and plasma fatty acids and lipoproteins
So many times nuts get a bad rap because of their fat content, and yet most nuts are high in monounsaturated fats. This type of fat in many types of nuts has consistently shown the ability to lower lipid levels and reduce risk of heart disease. Any patient that has concerns about high lipid levels should consider nuts as a part of their diet plan to bring those levels under control.
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