Daily handful of nuts linked to lower hypertension risk, study shows

An analysis of about 143,000 people found that eating roughly 30–35g of nuts daily is associated with a 26% lower risk of hypertension versus not eating nuts. While observational, the findings support plant-forward diets (like DASH and Mediterranean) that emphasize nuts, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, due to nutrients such as potassium, fiber, polyphenols, and nitric oxide–related vascular effects. The review notes that salted vs unsalted nuts weren’t distinguished and most data came from Europe, the Americas, and East Asia; more diverse studies are needed. Practical takeaway: incorporate a handful of unsalted nuts into meals as part of a balanced plant-based diet.”,