Hazelnuts with skin 250 g

Reduce Cancer Risk

Oxidative stress may increase your risk of developing certain types of cancer. Manganese superoxide dismutase—one of the antioxidant enzymes found in hazelnuts—helps decrease oxidative stress and may help reduce your risk of developing cancer.

Hazelnuts also contain vitamin E, which helps protect cells against the types of cellular damage that can lead to cancer.

Finally, hazelnuts are a key source of proanthocyanidins. Proanthocyanidins are chemical compounds thought to help reduce the risk of cancer. In test tube and animal studies, they prevented and treated certain types of cancer. Further studies are needed to see if the same results hold true for humans, but the initial findings are promising.
Nutrition
Hazelnuts provide a cholesterol-free energy source. They’re packed with healthy fats, including o mega-3s, which can be good for your heart.

Hazelnuts are also packed with the following key nutrients:

Vitamin E
Thiamin
Magnesium
Copper
Manganese
Vitamin B6
Folate
Phosphorus
Potassium
Zinc