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.