The European Prospective Investigation into Cancer (EPIC) just
finished the largest study ever on the effects of eating nuts and heart
disease. The results: 2 servings a week, of one ounce of nuts, could
lower your risk of coronary heart disease by 11%.
Prof Elio Riboli, professor of cancer epidemiology at Imperial College, London.
"The important thing is that very modest consumption is associated with protection. A small plate of nuts with a glass of wine would be a healthy amount. A classic aperitif accompanied by a dish of nuts at least twice a week would be an ideal combination".
