UNIQUE TASTE AND FLAVOR
Rich soil, suitable sunshine, favorable weather conditions have provided everything for planting the best pistachio in the world, namely Iranian pistachio. Early harvest time, the ability to roast at higher temperatures, more variety, and higher kernel ratio are the advantages of Iran pistachios over others.
What are Pistachios?
Pistachios are green wet seeds on their tree. They are slightly sweet green and easy to eat and humans are eating them for thousands of years. Most people consider them nuts but scientifically they are seeds. Pistachios have various colors from yellow to light green. These seeds have a hard shell and they’re usually half of an inch long.
Pistachio Nutrition
We spoke about health benefits but we didn’t talk about nutrition. Every ounce of pistachios which is about 49 kernels has about 160 calories, 5.75 grams of protein, 7.7 grams of carbs, 12.85 grams of fat, 3 grams of fiber, 13 grams of fat (90% unsaturated fats), potassium: 6% of (RDI), phosphorus: 11% of RDI, vitamin B6: 28% RDI, Thiamine: 21% of RDI, Copper: 41% of RDI, Manganese: 15% of RDI. (RDI: Reference Daily Intake)
Vitamin B6 is an important vitamin for body functions, including blood sugar regulation and the formation of hemoglobin (a molecule that carries oxygen). They are cholesterol-free and a great source of vitamins and minerals like Manganese, Phosphorous, copper, and vitamin B6. It’s marvelous to know that 2 ounces of them has more potassium than a large banana and has as much fiber as a cup of cooked broccoli.
Pistachio Nutrition Facts (100gr)
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Your food is your medicine and your medicine is your food
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Pistachio, A great antioxidants
Cellular metabolism always makes some harmful metabolites that trouble the membrane also, they increase the risk of cancer.
Pistachios have a high value of antioxidants. These matters neutralize oxidants and lower the chance of cancer. only walnuts and pecans contain more. Among nuts, our sweet friend has the highest content of lutein and zeaxanthin that ensure eye health. Antioxidants protect your eyes from age-related diseases like blue light.
Pistachio Precautions
There is a rule in medicine that says “every food can harm if we eat them too much” nuts aren’t an exception. Pistachios have low sodium but we eat them roasted too which are often salted and these salts make them harmful. Too much sodium can cause high blood pressure that kills thousands of people every year. High blood pressure will affect your blood vessels and heart too so, roasted ones can cause serious cardiovascular diseases and even stroke.
Some people can be allergic to nuts and can bother you. It can cause: bloating, nausea, and abdominal pain.
