The Heart-Protective Benefits, Effects, Contraindications and Suitable Daily Amount of Regularly Eating Pistachios

Pistachios are a nut snack we commonly eat. They are the fruit of the pistachio tree, and the kernels of pistachios have very high nutritional value. Eating pistachios in moderation can effectively supplement the nutrients in our body. So what are the benefits, effects and contraindications of pistachios? How many is suitable to eat per day?

I. Introduction to Pistachios

Pistachios are also called atlas pistachio, hu hazelnut and nameless seed. They are a common dried fruit, a plant of the genus Pistacia in the family Anacardiaceae, a small deciduous tree that blooms brown-green flowers in spring and ripens fruit in summer and autumn, with oval or oblong drupes, pale yellow or pale red, wrinkled, with pale green or milky yellow seeds. It is native to Iran and is distributed in Iran, Iraq, Russia, Syria and Xinjiang, China, among other places, and is now widely cultivated.

II. Benefits, Effects and Contraindications of Pistachios

Every 100g of pistachio kernels contains 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, and 120 milligrams of calcium, and also contains niacin, pantothenic acid, minerals, etc. Therefore, according to experts, pistachios have 5 major benefits and effects.

1. Pistachios help lower cholesterol and blood lipids: The kernels of pistachios contain arginine, which helps lower blood lipids and cholesterol and also has a good effect on heart attacks.

2. Pistachios help protect eyesight, strengthen the body and resist aging: According to modern nutrition research, pistachios contain various rich vitamins, among which vitamin E can strengthen the body, resist aging and beautify and protect the skin; they also contain flavin, which can not only resist oxidation but is also very good for protecting eyesight.

3. Pistachios help protect the heart: Among many nuts, pistachios have the highest phytosterol content. This substance can promote the degradation and metabolism of cholesterol, thereby playing a role in inhibiting cardiovascular disease.

4. Pistachios help moisten the intestines and relieve constipation: Pistachios are rich in oils and dietary fiber, which help promote digestion and play a role in moistening the intestines and relieving constipation.

5. Pistachios help regulate mood: The volatile oil contained in pistachios can inhibit low mood, so eating pistachios can keep people in a happy mood, and it also has a very good effect of tonifying the lungs and kidneys.

III. Dietary Contraindications of Pistachios

1. Pistachios can generally be eaten by most people, but they must not be eaten in excess, otherwise symptoms such as internal heat, constipation and abdominal bloating may occur.

2. Pistachios contain relatively high calories and fat, so people who gain weight easily or have high blood lipids should eat less.

3. Generally, choose pistachios whose kernels are green for consumption; pistachios stored for too long are not suitable to eat.

IV. How many pistachios is suitable to eat per day?

According to the Chinese Residents' Dietary Guidelines, each person can eat 50-70g of nuts per week, that is, an average of about 10g per day, and about 20 pistachios a day is enough.

V. How to choose pistachios?

1. Choose packaging: Try to choose pistachios with sealed packaging, and do not buy loose ones, as they easily become damp and spoil; secondly, pay attention to choosing products with a QS quality and safety mark on the packaging, and it is best to buy some trustworthy big brands, which are safer and more reassuring.

2. Look at the shell color: Generally, good-quality pistachios have mainly pale yellow shells. When choosing pistachios, try not to choose pistachios with overly white shells, as they may be inferior goods washed with chemicals. It is recommended to choose pistachios with naturally yellowed or slightly brown shells, as these are naturally ripe.

3. Look at the kernel color: Generally, the kernel color of normal pistachios should be mainly green. Pistachios with yellow kernels may have turned yellow after being rinsed with chemicals, so try to buy these less.

Conclusion: This article introduces the benefits and effects of pistachios here. In daily life, we might as well eat more nut-type foods, but we should also pay attention to moderation. When choosing, we should also pay attention to choosing brands with quality assurance or buy from regular stores. Do not eat pistachios that are too white, as those may have been bleached with chemicals and are harmful to the human body, so it is best to eat less of them.