In the News

As the New Year unfolds, lists of superfoods abound and motivation to succeed with New Year’s resolutions flourish. In Leslie Beck’s article titled ‘A New Year means eating a new leaf,’ (Globe and Mail, January 3, 2007), walnuts were hailed as a food that should be added to this year’s diet because they are loaded with nutrients and not overloaded with saturated fat:

“Walnuts: Many studies link nuts with protection from heart attack, high blood pressure, diabetes, even Alzheimer's disease. While all nuts are good for you, only walnuts contain a significant amount of omega-3 fats (called alpha-linolenic acid). Walnuts are also rich in plant sterols, compounds shown to lower LDL cholesterol, and they provide magnesium, copper, folate and vitamin E. To prevent weight gain, limit your portion size to one-quarter cup (50 ml). Fourteen walnut halves have 190 calories. Add walnuts to salads, stir-fries, hot cereal or homemade trail mix.”

Happy Valentine’s Day from the California Walnut Commission and enjoy!

Fruity Leaf Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts

This brightly coloured salad combines the sweet taste of honey and pears with fresh raspberries, creamy goat cheese and crunchy walnuts. Blended together, these flavours are irresistible.

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The California Walnut Commission has developed several delicious and nutritious recipes that can be found on the Heart and Stroke Foundation (HSF) website www.heartandstroke.ca.

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Tropical California Walnut Smoothie
California Walnut Stuffed Salmon