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Crack This Nutty Pecan Challenge

Have fun cracking this pecan trivia.
Priya Johnson
Pecans are popularly loved in pies during the holiday season. However, how much do you really know about these gorgeously buttery nuts. Come let's find out. Crack away!
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About 80% of the world's pecans come from the United States. Pecans are native to North America and Mexico.
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There are over 1000 varieties of pecans. The varieties slightly differ in size, color, shape, and flavor.
Quick Fact
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Typical pecans have hard shells which need to be cracked with a stone or tool. However, newer varieities have thinner shells that can be easily cracked with fingers.
Interesting Fact
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There are over 600,000 pecan trees in the city of Albany. That is a lot of pecan growing in one city!
Fun Fact
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Pecans are heart-healthy nuts. They lack cholesterol and have monounsaturated fats, which are good for the heart, as compared to unhealthy saturated fats found in unhealthy snacks.
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Scientific research has found that since pecans are high in magnesium, consuming them reduces inflammation-induced conditions like arthritis.
Quick Fact
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To enjoy maximum health benefits of pecans, one needs to consume them in their raw form, without the added sugar and salt content.
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Pecans contain the same beta-carotene content as in carrots which help improve our vision.
Did You Know?
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70% of a pecan is oil! That's good news! Pecan oil is believed to be extremely good for heart health. However, it's important to note that we're only recommended to consume a handful everyday.
Quick Fact
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Pecans are good sources of fibre. This keeps you full for longer and prevents you from binge eating and consuming high-carb sugary foods.
Good to Know
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Besides Omega-3 fatty acids, even vitamin E content in pecans helps reduce inflammation and ease arthritic pain.
Good to Know
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While walnuts are better than pecans in their omega-3 fatty acids, iron and B vitamins, pecans have higher potent antioxidants in them.
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