Pistachio: benefits and contraindications

Pistachios are probably the favorite delicacy of most people, but few know about their origin and useful properties. In this article we will try to reveal all these moments. Pistachios grow in the Caucasus and Crimea, they are brought to the Russian market from Turkey.

Pistachio fruits grow on small deciduous trees up to 10 m high. Their homeland is the mountainous regions of south-west and central Asia. Pistachio trees grow very slowly and live to 300-400 years.

Maturing nuts begin from September to November. The sign of ripening of the fetus is an open bone and a dry flesh of a greenish color. Those that do not open themselves are opened mechanically. In stores, we basically buy roasted pistachios in the form of nuts.

Collect the ripened seeds only at night, tk. In the daytime, under the sun, the leaves of the trees exude a very strong aroma. In large quantities, this fragrance causes even dizziness. In small doses of aroma-oil, they raise the tone and charge with energy. To raise your spirits, eat pistachios. The use and charge of positive energy - that's what you get from eating seeds.

In many countries it is considered that pistachio trees are a sign of prosperity and longevity. Even in the sacred writings it was said about the beneficial properties of fruits, they were praised, of which amazing dishes were prepared. It is from antiquity that we have received many interesting recipes in which pistachios are used. The use of them is not in doubt, and the taste qualities add spicyness to any dish. Eating a handful of nuts, you saturate your body with useful micronutrients, which have a beneficial effect on brain activity.

Pistachios: Benefits and Composition

In 100 grams of fruit contains 49 grams of fat, 25 grams of carbohydrates and 21 grams of protein. They include linolenic, stearic, oleic and palmitic acids. Nuts are rich in manganese, iron, copper, zinc, potassium, calcium and other microelements and minerals.

It should be noted that nuts have an anti-inflammatory effect. They contain the substance of tannin. Therefore pistachios are often used in folk medicine - they are made of various ointments, creams, infusions and decoctions.

Pistachios: useful properties

It is no accident that these seeds are called "nuts of youth", because They have an antioxidant effect. Also, they contain the substance lutein - strengthening the eye muscles. It is a storehouse of vitamins: A, B, E, C, PP.

At its value, nuts are a very high-calorie product - 100 grams of seeds are about 560 kcal, so do not be addicted to them. Daily you can eat no more than 10 grams of pistachios. If you eat pistachios every day, then in about a month or two you will have lowered blood sugar and normal pressure (with hypertension).

In Western countries there is such a belief that the constant use of these seeds prevents the occurrence of cancers. Also nuts have an expectorant effect, they are recommended to eat in the period of acute respiratory infections to strengthen immunity. This is an excellent natural medicine in the fight against gastrointestinal diseases.

Nuts necessarily include in the diet of athletes and people leading an active lifestyle. With great success pistachio essential oils are used in cosmetology. Of these, lotions, creams, masks, gels and even shampoos are made. This is an excellent remedy for getting rid of wrinkles and improving the skin's epithelium.

Oil is added to the tanning agent, it is also used to treat fungal infections and dermatitis. If you are suffering from constipation and want to cleanse your body of toxins - often eat pistachios. The benefits and results will not take long.

Contraindications

Despite the mass of merits, there are still negative aspects. First of all, any nuts are an allergenic product. For example, pistachios should be consumed with extreme caution in pregnancy. Also it is impossible to abuse essential oils, t. This can lead to premature labor.

If you decide to be treated with these nuts, be sure to consult a doctor.