What a year! We’ve had the opportunity to meet and reconnect with so many of you and really enjoyed seeing the innovative ways you are using California walnuts! As 2016 draws to a close, we are pleased to report that California Walnuts took part in several partnerships and promotions this…

Research found that walnut consumption may improve mood in men. The research showed that non-depressed healthy, young males (ages 18-25) had a 27% reduction in overall mood disturbances after eating 2 ounces of walnuts every day for 8 weeks.1 While maintaining their typical diet, activities and lifestyle habits, 64 men…

Walnuts on their own have been shown to offer a variety of health benefits. However, some benefits related to inflammation and metabolism may be even better when this omega-3 rich nut is paired with select other whole foods, according to animal research published in the Journal of Nutrition. The study…

New research published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that blood biomarkers of plant and seafood-based omega-3s are associated with a modestly lower risk (up to 10 percent) of dying from heart attacks1. Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 19 studies to better understand how consumption of plant and seafood-based omega-3s are…

Consuming walnuts and select other whole foods as part of a healthy diet may be associated with a reduced risk of physical function impairments throughout the aging process in women. A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that consuming 1-2 servings of walnuts per week (1/4 cup…

Published research suggested millennials may be able to improve their fat metabolism by regularly eating foods that contain polyunsaturated fats, including walnuts, salmon, tuna, flaxseed oil, grapeseed oil and canola oil1. Researchers had the participants complete a lead-in diet followed by meals high in saturated fat. Then, 16 participants were…