We only purchase walnuts from the most recent harvest season, and use thick, re-sealable pouches to maintain freshness.
Heart Health According to the Food and Drug Administration, "supportive but not conclusive research shows that eating 1.5 oz of walnuts per day, as part of a low saturated fat and low cholesterol diet, and not resulting in increased caloric intake, may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease".
Superior Plant Source of Omega-3s According to the USDA food database, walnuts rank high among the few dietary sources of omega-3 fatty acids (14 percent of their total fat, or 2.27 gm per ¼ cup), containing more than any common foods except flax seeds and fish.
The short-chain omega-3s in walnuts are beneficial by themselves, but the body also converts five to 10 percent of them to make the uniquely beneficial long-chain omega-3s found only in seafood.
While not quite as rich in protein as their nutty cousins, walnuts come close, and offer almost as much as eggs (4 gm per ounce, versus 5.5.gm per medium egg).
Walnuts are significant food sources of polyphenols and melatonin — an antioxidant hormone found naturally in the body.
*Manufactured on shared equipment with peanuts, tree nuts, soy, milk or wheat products.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place and use within one month.
For maximum life, refrigerate Vital Choice Nuts in their original zip-seal bags, where they will keep for about six months, or in the freezer, where they will keep for about one year.
Serving tips Organic Nuts provide super-healthful snacks and makings for your own custom trail mix.
Nutrition
Facts Organic Walnuts - Halves & Pieces Raw Serving Size 1 oz (28g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195
Calories from Fat 160
% Daily
Value*
Total
Fat 18g
28%
Saturated
Fat 2g
9%
Trans
Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 1mg
0%
Total
Carbohydrate 4g
1%
Dietary
Fiber 2g
8%
Sugars 1g
Protein 4g
* Percent Daily Values
are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower
depending on your calorie needs.
