Whole Natural Shelled Pistachios - Premium Quality -

• Shelled pistachios
• 100% natural
• Not toasted
• No added salt or oils
• Pistachios contain more protein and less fat than other nuts such as walnuts, almonds, cashews, chestnuts and hazelnuts.

Description:

With the term dried fruit hazelnuts, walnuts, pistachios, almonds, etc. are commonly indicated.

Crunchy, tasty, delicious... quality dried fruit is also good! Thanks to its organoleptic properties, which stimulate the sense of pleasure, the consumption of dried fruit promotes the production of endorphins, the famous feel-good hormones.

It is recommended to consume dried fruit as a snack during the day, as it is able to act as a "hunger breaker".

For years, more and more research and studies have evaluated the beneficial effects that dried fruit has on our body, especially in reference to the nutrients it contains. Athletes are well aware of the properties of dried fruit, an excellent source of energy, and never miss it in their morning breakfast or in snacks between one effort and another.

Pistachios

Pistachios, origin Asian (Between Iran and Iraq), they are currently produced in many countries including the United States, Australia, Turkey, China, Italy and Greece. Pistachios contain more protein and less fat than other nuts such as walnuts, almonds, cashews, chestnuts and hazelnuts.

From the family of anacardiaceae , of the pistacia genus, the pistachio is an oily fruit rich in nutrients: in fact, it contains carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, fats, dietary fibre , but also minerals (mainly phosphorus, potassium, calcium, iron and magnesium), vitamins as essential as vitamin A, K, vitamin E, B6, folic acid, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, betaine .

So, in addition to being a special ingredient for our dishes, it is also a friend of our health.

Pistachios: Benefits and Properties

• Useful for weight loss

Eating walnuts regularly helps reduce the risk of weight gain. Pistachios may be especially beneficial for those looking to lose weight or maintain their weight due to their calorie values ​​and fiber and protein content.

• Important for heart health

Pistachios, in particular, thanks to mono-unsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid - antioxidants) and phytosterols, can protect the heart by reducing cholesterol levels and hypertension.

• Good for blood sugar balance

Pistachios have a low glycemic index, so they don't cause a sharp rise in blood sugar after someone eats them.

In a small study of 10 people, eating pistachios reduced blood sugar when eaten with a carbohydrate-rich meal, such as white bread.

• It is good for diabetes

It is a natural aid in the fight against type 2 diabetes and pistachios are excellent for fighting it. The phosphorus contained within them is in fact able to keep the blood glucose level at bay and also decomposes amino acids. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects also play an important role in glucose metabolism.

They prevent age-related macular disease in the elderly, thanks to the effect of carotenoid antioxidants.

• They help the nervous system

Vitamin B6 is present in high concentrations in pistachios, and is very useful for the nervous system. Amines are the messaging molecules in the nervous system. To develop, they need amino acids which depend on the presence of vitamin B6 in the body. This vitamin builds a sheath called myelin around nerve fibers. Messages pass through nerve fibers from one nerve to another. Vitamin B6 helps build many amino acids that aid in the proper transmission of nerve impulses.

• Healthier and more beautiful skin

Vitamin E is very essential for healthy skin and this antioxidant is present in pistachios. Integrates the cellular membranes of the mucous membranes of the skin. It protects the skin from harmful UV rays, prevents skin diseases and makes the skin healthy and more beautiful.

Some studies claim that pistachios have aphrodisiac properties and that their intake would influence the sexual life of men by improving their erectile function.

Pistachios: Their use in cooking

To be added to mixed salads, vegetable sauces, fruit salads, homemade bread, yogurt or ice cream.

Pistachios accompany meat and fish main courses, from lamb to pork to beef to chicken, from anchovies to swordfish, as a breading, condiment or filling. In pastry making, pistachio is enhanced in cakes, ice creams and granitas, biscuits and semifreddos, creams and nougats.

Pistachios in savory recipes can be used whole, chopped or reduced to powder. In this case, pistachios are used above all as a condiment and as a garnish or they are blended together with other ingredients to obtain sauces and also to prepare pesto to season pasta.

Also excellent to eat alone as a snack.

Contraindications

There are no particular contraindications regarding pistachios but it is recommended not to consume too excessive a quantity during the day.

Salted pistachios should be avoided by those suffering from kidney failure and heart patients. Furthermore, pay particular attention to allergic and intolerant subjects and those suffering from diabetes and those who are obese should not abuse it.

 

Ingredients - Pistachios 100%