Many nuts MAY lower LDL iFF in small portions like 2 ounces/Day. Studies have shown that walnuts MAY help protect the heart and lower the risk of heart attack for people who _already_ have heart disease. HuiMei said walnut is low in saturated fat, won’t contribute to LDL, but calorie dense.

— portion control

For breakfast, Grandma takes 2 pieces of walnut.

I should slowly get into the habit of eating/buying small packet of nuts. This is based on an honest assessment of my limited self-restraint.

— risks
#1 Biggest risk with nuts … additives like salt, sugar, oily coating

#2 risk with nuts .. excessive intake per week. visually: nuts as dessert: sustainable strategy compares nuts against cheese, avocado and starchy-fatty foods