A new study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that eating 57 grams of pecans each day could help lower cholesterol levels. Participants in the study who ate pecans every ...

Pecans hold a special place in my heart. As a young woman from the South, these crunchy, golden-brown delicacies are one of my favorite types of nut. As a little girl, I remember cracking open dozens ...

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Pecans and walnuts are two beloved nuts, each boasting unique flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits. Yet, despite their popularity, many are unaware of the differences between them. This article ...

Health Perks: Research in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry found that pecans rank highest among nuts and are in the top category of foods for antioxidant capacity. Just last year, a study ...

Eating about 2 ounces of pecans daily is linked to lower cholesterol in adults with or at risk for metabolic syndrome in a study. Considering a healthy snack between meals? A handful of pecans may be ...

Munching pecan nuts instead of chips or sweets may reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke, according to new research. Switching daily snack foods to pecans improved cholesterol levels and ...

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(THE CONVERSATION) Pecans have a storied history in the United States. Today, American trees produce hundreds of million of pounds of pecans – 80% of the world’s pecan crop. Most of that crop stays ...