About California Walnut Commission
The California Walnut Commission, established in 1987, is funded by mandatory assessments of the growers. The Commission is an agency of the State of California that works in concurrence with the Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The CWC is mainly involved in health research and export market development activities.
For more industry information, health research and recipe ideas, visit www.walnuts.org.
Nutrition plays a big role in our lives, and yet maintaining a healthy lifestyle with a focus on nutritious foods can be a challenge. With the New Year coming soon, many must be making resolutions to eat healthy and stay fit too.
But where do I start? How do I pick the health... (more)
Dec 29, 2022 16:51 IST
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Did you know that there’s a super nut sitting in your kitchen that can lend itself beautifully to the preparation of all kinds of meals? We’re talking about walnuts - one of the most versatile nuts you could possibly find. You can eat them whole as a healthy snack, use them to boos... (more)
Nov 08, 2022 11:31 IST
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In India, every festival is celebrated with great pomp and joy - none more so than Diwali, the festival of lights. The festivities last for almost a week, and several different rituals are observed to celebrate the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Outside every home, beautifu... (more)
Oct 19, 2022 12:29 IST
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In 2016, according to the WHO, India reported 63 percent of total deaths due to non-communicable diseases, and 27 percent were attributed to cardiovascular disease (CVD). Of those, heart attack and stroke are two of the most common causes of death in our country. Now those are pretty scary numbers,... (more)
Sep 28, 2022 16:56 IST
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Researchers who reviewed 20 years of diet history and 30 years of physical and clinical measurements have found participants who ate walnuts early on in life showed a greater likelihood for being more physically active, having a higher quality diet, and experiencing a better heart disease risk prof... (more)
Sep 20, 2022 17:55 IST
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California walnuts are one of the pantry darlings. And why wouldn't they be? After all, they not only taste delicious but are loaded with nutrients such as plant-based omega-3, protein, and fiber. Most Indian households have a stock: to toss with veggies and fruits for salad, blend it into a sm... (more)
Jul 29, 2022 10:19 IST
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Amid hectic work schedules, tentative vacay plans, and the never-ending to-do list that's lingering on us, you'd agree that we are all doing the best we can to live the fullest and stay fit in our small but unique way. And days like, June 21, which is celebrated every year as International ... (more)
Jun 20, 2022 15:50 IST
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Nutritious, healthy food can be delicious and so versatile - if there's any food item that can make us believe this statement 100 percent, it's California Walnuts! Whether consumed straight out of the shell, chopped or ground into walnut flour, blended into butter or milk, or added to curri... (more)
May 16, 2022 17:36 IST
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- Dr. Jagmeet Madan, Eminent Nutritionist, Professor and Principal, Sir VithaldasThackersey College of Home Science, SNDTWU, Mumbai, and National President - Indian Dietetic Association
The shift in purchasing power and technology may have made our lives easier and faster - b... (more)
Apr 07, 2022 12:19 IST
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For women who want an edge on wellness, eating the right foods can be simple, especially when you choose nutrient dense choices, like walnuts. Published health research reveals what makes walnuts a nutritious, heart-healthy1 food for most consumers, but certain areas of research stand out for ... (more)
Mar 07, 2022 16:29 IST
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