Nuts and peanuts are very important for maintaining mental health: the daily use of these products increases the frequency of brain rhythms associated with cognitive processes, learning and memory. This is stated in a study published in the journal FASEB Journal.

In the framework of this study, scientists evaluated the effects of regular consumption of peanuts, almonds, cashews, pecans, pistachios and walnuts. Participants in the study made an electroencephalogram (EEG). The study showed that the use of pistachios led to an increase in the frequency of gamma-rhythm associated with cognitive processing of information, learning and perception. A peanut increased the frequency of the delta rhythm, which is associated with deep sleep and recovery of the body.

According to experts, nuts are rich in useful antioxidants. Most of all antioxidants are found in walnuts.

Numerous studies have shown the benefits of nuts in the prevention of a number of diseases. So, the daily use of a handful of walnuts reduces the risk of developing heart disease, cancer and dementia, according to scientists from the University of Louisiana. Nuts also help to cope with inflammatory processes in the body: regular use of nuts is associated with lower levels of biomarkers of inflammation, according to scientists from Brigham and Women's Hospital. In addition, nuts can help to lose weight.

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