Walnut Facts:
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/2 Cup - Peices or Chips
Servings Per Container 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 393
Calories from Fat 351
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 39g
60%
Saturated Fat 4g
20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 1mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate 8g
3%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Sugars 2g
Protein 9g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
2%
Calcium
6%
Iron
10%
Vitamin E
2%
Vitamin K
2%
Thiamin
14%
Riboflavin
6%
Niacin
4%
Vitamin B6
16%
Folate
15%
Pantothenic Acid
4%
Magnesium
24%
Phosphorus
21%
Potassium
8%
Zinc
13%
Copper
48%
Manganese
103%
Selenium
4%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
PQ (Protein Quality) x PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score) - 29
Additional Contents
- lutein
- tannins
- myricetin
- melatonin
- gallic acid
- zeaxanthin
- caffeic acid
- ferulic acid
- phytosterols
- beta-carotene
- protocatechuic acid
- hydroxycinnamic acids
- omega-3 (4:1 omega-6 to omega-3 ratio)
- omega-6 (4:1 omega-6 to omega-3 ratio)
- polyunsaturated fat
- monounsaturated fat
- essential amino acids
- complex carbohydrates
Potential Health Benefits
- powerful cardiovascular system health boost
- lower cardiovascular disease risk
- cholesterol lowering properties
- bone & joint health boost
- fight Alzheimer's disease
- counteract sleeplessness
- anti-cancer properties
- anti-aging properties
- promote weight-loss
- improved digestion
- lower diabetes risk
- reduce stress
- energy boost
Potential Athletic Benefits
- Essential fat and complex carbohydrate source for sustained long-term energy demands and weight-loss.
- Decrease sleeplessness for an improved daily recovery rate, especially on harder training days when sleep can be more difficult.
- Benefit the cardiovascular system for long-term integrity.
Glycemic Index Rank
<15 out of 100
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| Low Glycemic | less than 55 |
Food Sensitivity Rank
<1 to 1 ratio*
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| Low for Fructose Sensitivity | less than 1 (fructose to glucose ratio) |
Walnuts are an ideal superfood that are regularly available and affordable. They are loaded with plant chemical compounds called phyto-nutrients that help protect against disease, cancer, and oxidative stress within the body. Walnuts are extremely beneficial for heart health and cardiovascular longevity. They also have been proven to help lower LDL cholesterol and balance blood lipid levels. Walnuts can be eaten regularly but in moderation to fat intake.
- Health Benefits of Nuts: Potential Role of Antioxidants
- Acute Effects of High-Fat Meals Enriched with Walnuts
- Essential Fats in Walnuts are Good for the Heart and Diabetes
- Walnut Polyphenolics Inhibit in Vitro Human Plasma and LDL Oxidation
- Incorporating Walnuts Achieves Optimal Fat and Energy Balance in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
995kcal/serving
789kcal/serving
polyunsaturated fat
are essential dietary fatty acids that reduce LDL cholesterol and blood lipid levels while also lowering the risk of heart disease and stroke. Polyunsaturated fats greatly contribute to overall cellular function and longevity, and are responsible for assisting in a host of actions throughout the body.
Sources include: USDA
***All-Body Fitness takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided above. Please contact a medical doctor or a registered dietitian for nutrition advice.
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