Compared to other nuts, pecans have the highest levels of a form of vitamin E called gamma-tocopherols. Ella Haddad and colleagues at Loma Linda University conducted two studies to explore the potential benefits of the gamma-tocopherols in pecans, specifically the role on oxidative stress, which is implicated in cardiovascular disease.
The unique mix of unsaturated fats, plant sterols, fiber, and flavonoids all add up to make American Pecans a unique superfood choice.
