World Heart Day is observed and celebrated annually on September 29, with the aim of increasing awareness of cardiovascular diseases and how to control it to negate their global impact.

According to research, an important move is to consume a handful of California walnuts as part of a healthy, nutritious diet and couple it with physical activity.

What is the ideal portion of California Walnuts to consume?

A handful of walnuts, which is approx. 28 G, is advisable for daily consumption. This amount contains 2.5g of essential plant-based omega-3, 4g protein, and 2g fiber, all essential for overall wellness, ANI reported.

What is the best time of the day to eat walnuts?

The best time is to eat walnuts in the evenings. These contain PICO melatonin, which goes into your brain and increases serotonin levels, eventually promoting sleep.

5 simple ways to include walnuts in your daily diet

• Make snack time healthy with a handful of plain California Walnuts.
• Mix coarsely grounded walnuts with a portion of hung curd and turn it into a delicious creamy dip.
• You can also grind walnuts and add them to your curries, which is a good source of plant-based omega-3.
• Walnuts are the perfect accompaniment for a low-calorie diet.

Health benefits of walnuts:

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved claim: Eating 1.5 ounces of walnuts per day, as part of a low saturated fat and low cholesterol diet, may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

One ounce of walnuts provides 18g of total fat, 2.5g of monounsaturated fat, 13g of polyunsaturated fat, including 2.5g of alpha-linolenic acid, the plant-based omega-3.