Longevity & AgingDaily Handful of Nuts Cuts Death Risk by 22% and Heart Disease by 21%
A comprehensive scientific review analyzing data from hundreds of thousands of people found that eating just one ounce of nuts daily reduces overall death risk by 22% and cardiovascular disease risk by 21%. The PREDIMED randomized trial showed even stronger results, with 30% fewer major cardiovascular events and nearly 50% stroke reduction. Nuts provide unique benefits through healthy fats, plant protein, fiber, and antioxidants that combat inflammation and oxidative stress. Despite being calorie-dense, nuts don't cause weight gain and may actually promote satiety. Cancer risk also dropped 11% among regular nut consumers, with particularly strong protection against colon cancer.
