GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

                                                                                                ABSTRACT

This study examines the potent health benefits of nuts and their role in enhancing human well-being. Nuts are dense sources of essential nutrients, including healthy fats, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and powerful antioxidants, which collectively contribute to disease prevention and health promotion. Recent research has highlighted their positive impact on cardiovascular health, weight management, glycemic control, cognitive function, and immune modulation. Furthermore, bioactive compounds in nuts, such as polyphenols and phytosterols, exhibit anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, offering protection against chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. By evaluating scientific findings from recent years, this paper underscores the value of incorporating nuts into balanced diets as a natural, evidence-based strategy for improving public health. The study concluded that regular nut consumption has been associated with reduced risks of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers, while also enhancing physical vitality and mental well-being. The study also recommended that health agencies and nutrition programs should recognize and promote nuts as functional foods with preventive and therapeutic potential, especially in strategies targeting heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.

KEYWORD: Nuts, Human, Health