(HSV VIETNAM GROUP) - 4 types of seeds are known as "miracle drugs" to lower blood fat and control blood sugar: Vietnamese people have eaten them for a long time but do not know their uses
Regularly adding nuts to your diet will lower blood fat, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and significantly control blood sugar levels.
Cashew nuts
Cashews have high protein content, contributing to healthy muscles and supporting body functions. As a fiber-rich food, cashews help regulate blood sugar levels. Cashews are also rich in antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation and are good for your heart health.
A 2017 study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that incorporating cashews into your diet can reduce "bad" LDL cholesterol - the type that causes harmful fatty deposits in the arteries. Additionally, adding cashews to your diet can have a significant impact, preventing blood sugar spikes.
These seeds are full of fatty acids and other brain-boosting nutrients, which help boost overall brain function. Potassium, magnesium and unsaturated fats in cashews help reduce blood pressure, according to a 2019 study.
Pumpkin seeds
Just a small amount of pumpkin seeds can provide you with significant amounts of healthy fats, magnesium and zinc. Pumpkin seeds are rich in antioxidants, reduce inflammation and protect cells from harmful free radicals. Some studies show that pumpkin seeds can prevent the development of cancers such as breast cancer and prostate cancer.
1/4 cup of pumpkin seeds contains nearly half of the recommended daily intake of magnesium. Magnesium has been shown to benefit your blood pressure and help prevent sudden cardiac arrest, heart attack and stroke.
These seeds can improve heart health by reducing blood pressure and blood fats, two important factors that impact the risk of heart disease. Pumpkin seeds are also a good source of fiber, promoting digestion. Diets rich in fiber have been shown to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Besides pumpkin seeds, pumpkin oil is also a nutritious food, especially rich in omega-6.
Sunflower seeds
Studies show that the consumption of nuts (including sunflower seeds) is associated with a reduced incidence of cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Vitamin B3 and fiber in sunflower seeds reduce harmful cholesterol levels in the blood and heart-related problems. Sunflower seeds are very useful in controlling blood sugar, especially in type 2 diabetics.
These seeds contain vitamin E, flavonoids, and other plant compounds that can reduce inflammation. Vitamin E found in sunflower seeds can support vision very well, helping prevent eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration.
Sunflower seeds are a source of many vitamins and minerals such as zinc and selenium that can support your immune system and increase your ability to fight viruses, according to Webmd. However, this type of nut contains quite a lot of calories. If eaten regularly in large quantities and eaten with salt or additives, it can cause weight gain.
Sesame seeds
According to Healthline, some studies show that regularly eating sesame seeds can reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels - factors that increase the risk of heart disease. These seeds are high in magnesium, which helps lower blood pressure. Vitamin E and other antioxidants in sesame seeds can prevent plaque buildup in the blood, maintaining healthy blood pressure.
Sesame seeds are rich in protein and healthy fats, which support blood sugar control. This type of nut is also rich in antioxidants, supports the immune system thanks to nutrients such as zinc, copper, iron, vitamin B6 and vitamin E, soothing knee pain caused by arthritis.
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