A few nuts a day… keeps the doctor away

Eating a small handful of nuts each day can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, according to a recent review. Research shows that regular nut consumption can lower the chances of heart disease by 24% and reduce the likelihood of death from it by 27%. Nut-eaters were also found to be 18% less likely to die from stroke and 15% less likely to develop atrial fibrillation. In a study involving over 800,000 people and 85,870 deaths, those who ate more nuts were 19% less likely to die during the study period compared to those who consumed fewer nuts.

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of death globally, making up approximately 31% of all deaths. Despite the health benefits of nuts, the average adult in the UK consumes only six grams of nuts per day. This research adds to the growing body of evidence supporting the protective effects of nuts on heart health, highlighting the importance of incorporating them into a healthy diet.