Walnuts

Why Walnuts? WALNUTS ARE THE ONLY NUT to contain a significant amount of the plant-based omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (2.5 grams ounce). One ounce of walnuts also offers four grams of protein two grams of fiber, and is a good source of magnesium (10% DV).

Walnuts’ unique nutrient profile also makes meeting the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans easy and delicious. The Dietary Guidelines encourage a healthy eating pattern that emphasizes nutrient-dense, plant-based foods and includes a variety of protein sources, including nuts and seeds, seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs, legumes and soy products.

There is also an emphasis on reducing saturated fat intake to less than 10 percent of calories per day and shifting food choices from those that contain saturated fats to those with polyunsaturated fats. Walnuts are predominantly composed of polyunsaturated fat (13 out of 18 grams of total fat per 1 ounce serving).