A recent study shows more than 92 percent of all Americans are at some risk for developing heart disease. The report, published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, notes that the continuing U.S. obesity epidemic may bear much of the blame. As harvest season approaches, the National Pecan Shellers Association (NPSA) is recommending[...]
A handful of pecans each day may help the lower risk of cardiovascular disease Pecans are the only tree nut native to North America, so it’s fitting that just a handful a day may help lower the risk of this country’s number #1 killer: heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is[...]
Ideal for consumers interested in improving their diet with pecans It’s harvest season in America’s pecan belt, and pundits are predicting another healthy crop this fall, following last year’s record haul. Just in time for harvest season, the National Pecan Shellers Association has unveiled a new brochure designed to help health-conscious people improve their diets[...]
Celebrate National Pecan Month with a Healthy Handful of the All-American Nut April is National Pecan Month, and there’s never been a better reason to celebrate. The latest research from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirms pecans are still the most antioxidant-rich tree nut and are among the top category of foods to contain the[...]
Importance of Different Fats Explained by American Dietetic Association There’s more good news for pecan lovers, just in time for harvest season. The American Dietetic Association (ADA) and Dietitians of Canada (DC) confirm that nuts, like pecans, can help you live a healthier life. New dietary fatty acids recommendations from the ADA and DC state[...]