5 Extraordinary Benefits of Pistachios

2022-06-29 21:24:52 / JETË ALFA PRESS

5 Extraordinary Benefits of Pistachios

Pistachios are heart-healthy and are trees that have existed for centuries.

Research is revealing the many health benefits of pistachios. Packed with protein, vitamins and minerals, 49 pistachios have only 150 calories.

Complete plant-based protein.
Moon says pistachios are an excellent choice of plant proteins compared to meat because they are naturally cholesterol-free and add fiber to your diet. They contain all nine essential amino acids.

May improve blood sugar levels.
"Pistachios can be included as part of a healthy diet to eat properly with diabetes," says Moon. One study found that eating pistachios could lower glucose and insulin in prediabetic individuals.

It can help you lose weight.
Fiber and protein in pistachios make you feel fuller, according to WebMD. This can help you eat less overall and lose weight. One study found that regular consumption of pistachios was associated with "significant reductions in BMI and waist circumference in overweight and obese men and women."

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help prevent disease.
Moon says their unique composition of powerful antioxidant compounds includes tocopherols, carotenoids, chlorophyll and flavonoids.

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