Pecan Health Facts
Click the question to reveal the answer, click the question once more to hide.
| Q | I heard that pecans can help some people with diabetes, is that true? |
| A | Pecans are not only high in unsaturated (polyunsaturated and monounsaturated) fat, but also other nutrients that may improve glucose and insulin stability, according to a study conducted over a 16-year period. The study found that eating nuts might help lower the risk of type 2 diabetes in women. × close |
| Q | How many calories and how much fat are in one cup of pecans? |
| Q | Aren't pecans high in cholesterol? |
| Q | Sure pecans taste great but aren't they bad for your heart? |
| Q | Are pecans really a health food? |
| Q | Can I eat pecans on a low-carb diet? |
| Q | Aren't pecans kind of "fatty"? |
| Q | Will pecans keep me looking younger? |
| Q | Can pecans really help lower my cholesterol levels? |
| Q | Just what do pecans contain that is so good for me? |
| Q | Do pecans contain any amount of fiber? |
| Q | Are pecans good for my diet? |