There is consistent evidence from epidemiologic and clinical studies that tree nuts and peanuts reduce the risk of developing coronary heart disease (CHD) and also have beneficial effects on CHD risk factors (including oxidation, inflammation, and vascular reactivity). Collectively, the data from the four most recent U.S. studies estimates that Americans who eat five or more servings of nuts per week have a 35% reduced risk of coronary heart disease. Nuts lower total and LDL cholesterol to a greater extent than expected based on their favorable fatty acid profile and also appear to contain other bioactive compounds with cholesterol-lowering properties. Including nuts and peanuts in a healthy diet may decrease the risk of CHD. (44)
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