Nuts are a snack food consisting of any mixture of combined nuts. Peanuts (actually a legume), almonds, walnuts, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, cashews, hazelnuts (filberts), and pecans are common constituents of mixed nuts. Nuts may be salted, roasted, cooked, or blanched. 🥜🥜🥜
Nut consumption is linked to better cognitive function, improvements in mood, enhanced memory, learning and attention capacity. Nuts contain polyunsaturated fats, vitamins and minerals and phytonutrients which have essential roles in aspects of brain health. 🤾♀ 🤾♀️
Eating more nuts and seeds may be good for the brain, as these foods contain omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. A 2014 study found that a higher overall nut intake was linked to better brain function in older age. 👴👴