India, June 18 -- When we think of heart-healthy foods, leafy greens, olive oil, and oats often top the list. But one overlooked ingredient, often seen as a sweet treat or salad topping, deserves more attention: pecan nuts. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, nutritionist Kavita Devgan highlighted the heart-health benefits of consuming a handful of pecans daily and how this nutrient-rich nut can support cardiovascular well-being. Also read | Protect yourself from heart disease with this surprisingly tasty snack swap

They are rich in monounsaturated fats that help in decreasing the bad cholesterol within the body and at the same time do not decrease or improve the levels of the good cholesterol and that is why they help in maintaining the ...