Pistachios are a highly nutritious, oily fruit, and is part of the select group of the most popular snacks, like walnuts and almonds. Â Pistachios are native to Iran, and is a green seed that grows on a tree that can grow to be between 200 and 300 years old. Â They can grow up to 30 feet in height.
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Benefits of pistachios
An excellent source of energy, and contains several nutrients, such as:
- High quality vegetable oil
- Thiamine
- Proteins
- Vitamins A and B
- Vitamin B6
- Copper
- Manganese
- Potassium
- Fiber
- Phosphorus
- Magnesium
Health, heart, and other properties of Pistachios
- No cholesterol: Pistachios are very healthful in preventing and helping heart diseases, since it has neither harmful nor saturated fats.
- Rich in polyunsaturated fats: these help the body in absorbing vitamins A, D, E, and K.
- Contains unsaturated fats: which reduce cholesterol levels and the risk of cardiac disease.
- Cholesterol: contains lots of phytosterols and oleic acid, which help decrease cholesterol absorption, while maintaining these levels normal.
- Arteries: Helps reduce or prevent hardening of the arteries. Â Helps protect arteries by preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
- Weight control: Their high levels of proteins, fats, and fiber create a sense of satiety. Â This prolongs the amount of time before which a person begins to feel hungry again, which allows that person to have more control over their weight.
- Controls anemia: Their high levels of iron are perfect for preventing anemia, and are very useful when treating anorexia and children’s sweet tooth, especially when they’re used in vegetable salads.
- Blood sugar: Pistachios are a source of fiber, which helps control blood sugar levels, reduce cholesterol levels, and apparently they can help in controlling weight.
- Pregnancy: This is a great nutritional support during pregnancy.
- Cancer and arteriosclerosis: This is good to include in a diet for people who suffer from cancer and arteriosclerosis.
- Fiber: Its high fiber content facilitates intestinal movements and prevents and fights constipation.
- Eye health: This seed is rich in Lutein, an antioxidant necessary for ocular health.
Other uses and properties
Aphrodisiac: considered to be one of the most powerful sexual stimulants in Asia.
How to eat them
It’s most common to eat them as a snack or appetizer.  You can remove the shells from the seed and season them with a bit of salt.  You can also eat them in a wide variety of dishes, like baking, ice cream, soups, stews, and even in water!
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