Pecans
Thomas Jefferson was (also) ahead of his time when it comes to pecans. He imported pecan trees from Louisiana to the yards surrounding his house at Monticello even though commercial growing of pecans in the United States did not begin until the 1880s.
Pecans are a cholesterol-free, sodium-free food and a good source of dietary fiber. Scientific evidence suggests but does not prove that eating 1.5 ounces per day of most nuts such as Pecans as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease. See nutrition information for fat content.
| Nutrition Facts | |
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| Serving Size 30g (1/3 cup) | |
| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 207 Calories from Fat 194
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% Daily Value *
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| Total Fat 21.6g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 1.9g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% |
| Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 3g | |
| Vitamin A | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1% |
| Calcium | 2% |
| Iron | 4% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. | |
| Ingredients Pecan Pieces | |