A randomized clinical trial reveals eating about two ounces of walnuts daily for 16 weeks: Prevented negative changes in mental health-related scores (self reported) Prevented scores of stress and depression during a stressful academic period among university students (ages 18-35, self reported) Those in the study who consumed walnuts also experienced improved sleep in the longer term Those in the study who consumed walnuts saw an increase in markers that protect against stress and a decrease in markers that are linked with stress. More research is needed to uncover the benefits on walnuts and mood, however the research is encouraging.
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