THE MAGICAL POWERS OF PLANTS-PECANS

The  Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry report pecans contain more antioxidants than any other tree nut!                        

Pecan nuts in fact rank among the top 15 foods with the highest levels of antioxidants                                                                                         

*Adding a handful of pecan nuts in your diet helps decrease bad cholesterol and increase  good cholesterol, which in turn prevent stroke and coronary artery disease.

*  Pecan nuts are fiber-packed, so help prevent constipation and reduce the risk of hemorrhoids and colitis.

* Pecan nuts protect the human body from cancer due to the anti-proliferative properties of ellagic acid.                                                                 

*They contain oleic acid, a fatty acid which has been found to reduce the risk of breast cancer.               They also reduce the risk of colon cancer since they help clean the gastrointestinal system.

*They are  rich in magnesium which is known for its anti-inflammatory benefits.                                        Studies have proved that increased magnesium reduces inflammatory indicators in the body, thus reducing the risk of arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, and other inflammatory ailments.

* Pecans are a rich source of manganese which is a powerful antioxidant.

*They are an excellent source of vitamin-E, vitamin-A, zinc, folate and phosphorous which play an important role in maintaining clear skins and preventing skin infections. 

*. Anti-aging Benefits Pecan nuts contain numerous antioxidants including ellagic acid, vitamin A and vitamin E which fight and elimin

ate the free radicals responsible for causing premature skin aging.                                                                                                                                           
Thus, pecans can prevent the occurrence of fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentation.




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