Pistachios also contain a certain amount of quercetin. Quercetin is a flavonoid that is abundant in onions, scallions, garlic sprouts and other vegetables and has a strong antioxidant effect. It is precisely because pistachios contain the above-mentioned vitamin E, proanthocyanidins, lutein, resveratrol and quercetin and other antioxidant ingredients. Tests (US Department of Agriculture) show that the overall antioxidant effect of pistachios is greater than that of almonds and almonds. Cashews and other common nuts are even more popular than green tea.

Phytosterols

Like soybeans, pistachios contain higher amounts of phytosterols. Phytosterols are also called plant sterols. It is a substance found in plants that has a molecular structure similar to cholesterol. However, unlike cholesterol from animal foods, plant sterols do not cause atherosclerosis or have any other side effects. On the contrary, because phytosterols inhibit cholesterol absorption in the intestine, they help prevent dyslipidemia and atherosclerosis.

Dietary fiber

Dietary fiber is found in almost all plant foods and is useful for laxatives, weight loss, reducing cholesterol absorption, preventing and treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and anti-cancer. All have better effects. Compared with other nuts, the advantage of pistachios is that they have a higher dietary fiber content. Eating 20 to 30 grams (not counting the weight of the shell, about 30 to 50 pieces) of pistachios contains 2 to 3 grams of dietary fiber.

Pistachios are suitable for everyone

A snack food suitable for all ages. It is recommended that parents eat 28 grams of pistachios a day, about 49 pieces. Not only do they not have to worry about gaining weight, but they also help control weight. It is especially helpful to the following groups of people.

Those with weak hearts may consider this. Pistachios contain a large amount of arginine, which not only alleviates the occurrence of arteriosclerosis and helps lower blood lipids, but also reduces the risk of heart attacks, lowers cholesterol, and relieves acute mental stress reactions. It can be said to be the bodyguard of your heart.

Elderly people are more suitable to eat some pistachios regularly. Pistachios are rich in oil, so they have a laxative effect and help the body detoxify.

Can pregnant women eat pistachios?

Pregnant women eating pistachios appropriately will be good for themselves and their fetuses. Pistachios contain vitamin A, folic acid, iron, phosphorus, calcium, niacin, pantothenic acid, minerals and other nutrients that are beneficial to pregnant women and fetuses. However, pregnant women should not consume excessive amounts.

Selection and preservation of pistachios

How to select pistachios

Yellow shell, purple shell, green kernel. The shell of pure natural pistachios should be creamy yellow with a few spots; the fruit coat should be purple-red, rich in anthocyanins; the kernel should be emerald green, rich in lutein.

First look at the pistachio openings

There are two types of pistachio openings, natural opening, artificial or machine opening. It is definitely better to speak naturally than to speak artificially. The shell of ripe pistachios will split automatically. If it is not mature, the processor will use external force to clamp it open. If we observe carefully, we will find that the edges of the shell opening of such fruits are often curved and uneven, and this kind of pistachios Most have large shells and little meat. You can try to close the purchased pistachio shells. If they can be completely closed or there is only a small gap left, it is artificially opened. Naturally opened shells often have a large gap and cannot be closed at all.

Next, look at the pistachio kernels

The color of the pistachio kernels is green, which is fresher than the yellow ones. Pistachios that have been stored for too long should no longer be eaten. Many of the pistachios you buy have oil and odor, which means they have been stored for too long. It is best not to choose them.

Then look at the pistachio shell

The pistachio shell is usually light yellow. If it is white, it has been bleached with hydrogen peroxide. It is not good to eat, or not. It is recommended to buy it!

Finally, look at the size

Of course, larger pistachios are better than smaller ones. However, the larger ones are a bit more expensive.

How to preserve pistachios

Generally speaking, you need to use a sealed container and place it in a place out of sunlight. The sealed container is preferably opaque to weaken the oil. For secondary reactions, it is actually best to put it in the refrigerator to reduce oxidation reactions.

After opening, it is best to eat it within 3 months in winter and 2 months in summer. If you want to store pistachios for a long time, it is best to put them in a sealed container, which can appropriately extend the shelf life.

Clinically, there are reports of anaphylactic shock caused by eating pistachios. Therefore, people with allergies should use it with caution.

Table of Food Compatibility Foods that are "compatible" with pistachios: Cucumbers, Pistachios Pistachios are rich in oil, while cucumbers are cool and sweet. Eating the two together will increase their slipperiness and easily lead to diarrhea. Foods that "pair" with pistachios: beans and pistachios are rich in dietary fiber. Eating them with pistachios can help absorb the oils rich in pistachios, making the two complement each other. Vegetables Pistachios Pistachios are rich in fat. Eating them with vegetables not only does not form new fat, but consumes the original fat in the body. It is a weight loss meal for obese people. Previous page Full text (*** 9639 words) Expand all contents