Open AccessEffects of walnut consumption on blood lipids and other cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis and systematic review
Author(s) -
Deirdre Banel,
Frank B. Hu
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
american journal of clinical nutrition
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.608
H-Index - 336
eISSN - 1938-3207
pISSN - 0002-9165
DOI - 10.3945/ajcn.2009.27457
Subject(s) - cholesterol , blood lipids , medicine , calorie , meta analysis , polyunsaturated fatty acid , body mass index , adverse effect , food science , zoology , fatty acid , biology , biochemistry
Consumption of nuts has been associated with a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease events and death. Walnuts in particular have a unique profile: they are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, which may improve blood lipids and other cardiovascular disease risk factors.
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