Researchers also confirm that the amount of nut intake of about 30 grams can reduce the risk by almost a quarter

However, they also clarify that it is not exactly one particular nut, but a collection of them that helps reduce strokes

The team of scientists behind the study said “the more the better,” eating just a few nuts is better than none

Nuts have a beneficial effect on blood cholesterol levels, which is important to keep low in order to prevent fat

Researchers also investigated whether eating nuts reduced strokes and type 2 diabetes, the results were not as clear

Nuts do not appear to affect blood pressure, but researchers could not determine whether they affect blood sugar

Eating nuts is linked to improved cholesterol levels, even though the review can't actually prove cause and effect