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Walnut seeds are a high density source of nutrients, particularly Proteins and essential fatty acids. walnuts are a nutrient-dense food: 100 grams of walnuts contain 15.2 grams of protein , 65.2 grams of fat, and 6.7 grams of Dietary Fiber . The protein in walnuts provides many essential amino acids . Consumption of walnuts increases fat oxidation and reduces carbohydrate oxidation without affecting total consumption, suggesting that walnut consumption may improve the use of body fat in overweight adults.