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Pistachio nuts are highly nutritious foods, containing 20 micrograms of vitamin A, 59 micrograms of folic acid, 3 milligrams of iron, 440 milligrams of phosphorus, 970 milligrams of potassium, 270 milligrams of sodium, 120 milligrams of calcium per 100 nuts. They also contain niacin, pantothenic acid, minerals, etc. The oil content of the seed kernel is as high as 45.1%. Pistachios are rich in oil and have a moisturizing and laxative effect, helping the body detoxify. Pistachio is also a nourishing food medicine. It has a sweet and non-toxic taste, warms the kidneys and spleen, nourishes deficiency and damage, regulates the middle and smooth qi, and can treat symptoms such as neurasthenia, edema, anemia, malnutrition, and chronic diarrhea.
Dr. Li Zhaoping from the UCLA School of Medicine stated that pistachios are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant elements, and have significant characteristics of low fat, low calories, and high fiber. They are a wise choice for health and can bring three benefits:
【Heart Bodyguard
Rich in arginine, it can not only alleviate the occurrence of arteriosclerosis, help lower blood lipids, but also reduce the risk of heart attack, lower cholesterol, alleviate acute mental stress reactions, etc.
【Protecting eyesight
The purple red coating of pistachios contains anthocyanins, a natural antioxidant substance, while the emerald green kernels are rich in lutein, which not only has antioxidant properties but also benefits for protecting the retina.
【Make the body slim
Eating 28 grams of pistachios every day, about 49 of them, not only eliminates the worry of gaining weight, but also helps with weight control. This is because the feeling of being full usually takes 20 minutes, and eating pistachios can prolong the consumption time by peeling them, creating a sense of fullness and satisfaction, thereby helping to reduce food intake and control weight.
