Nutritional Info
 


Nutritional Information About Pecans

According to the National Pecan Sellers Association website pecans have many healthy attributes.

  • Blood cholesterol levels are dramatically lowered when pecans are incorporated into a persons diet.

  • Pecans are full of unsaturated fats and antioxidant properties

  • Nuts can lower the risk of developing gallstone disease especially in women. Just 5 ounces per week lowers the risk by 25%.

  • Pecans contain over 19 vitamins and minerals including vitamins A and E, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, etc.

  • About 90% of the fats (oils) in pecans are heart healthy.

  • Pecans are a good source of protien for vegitarians.

  • People who need more fiber can add pecans to their diet.

 

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