Tree Nut Consumption Reduces Risk of Metabolic Syndrome

According to the American Heart Association, one in every four to five adults in the United States suffers from metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions which is characterized by abdominal obesity (belly fat), and elevated blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels. This syndrome is associated with higher risk of developing diabetes, heart disease and even certain forms of cancer.

The good news is that there are ways to prevent this from happening naturally. A healthy, balanced diet, regular exercise, stress management and increasing the consumption of tree nuts – such as almonds, Brazil nuts, walnuts and cashews can help treat …read more