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Nuts are a very tasty and nutritious product that has a beneficial effect on all systems of human life. However, this product is currently quite expensive so that absolutely everyone can afford to eat it in sufficient quantities. There is a large variety of this product, so you need to know what nuts are and what benefits you can get from them.
Overview
Nuts are a very useful product. It contains more calories than our usual daily products: apples, chocolate, wheat bread, etc. There are 100 kcal per 520 grams.
Nuts contain a lot of proteins, carbohydrates and fats that the body needs to maintain a normal metabolism. The product contains various groups of vitamins, minerals and trace elements, amino acids, glucose, spices. Their composition depends on the variety of nuts that grow in different latitudes.
When nuts are consumed in large quantities, signs of an allergy may appear, so they should be eaten in moderation. The fruits are harvested from both trees and shrubs.
Almost all omnivorous animals eat them, since this product contains the necessary substances to keep the body in good shape.
Nuts can be stored for a long time in a dry place. They can lie in the ground for a long time, and germinate over time if favorable conditions appear for this. Now this product is mainly used in confectionery as a filling or decoration.
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Benefit
Nuts are generally good for the human body. A large number of calories allows you to quickly make up for their deficiency by eating a small handful of peanuts or almonds.
There are few carbohydrates in this product, so it is an excellent help for overweight people. Nuts are about 70% fat. Only in this case, we are not talking about the usual fat that enters our digestive system along with meat, but vegetable fat. They do not contain cholesterol, but only special fatty acids that contribute to the normalization of metabolism in the body, do not clog the biliary tract, and do not increase the load on the enzymatic organs (liver, pancreas).
Almost all varieties of nuts contain vitamin E, which is necessary for a person to actively break down fat. And also vitamin E prevents the formation of cholesterol deposits and blood clots.
Walnut has a positive effect on the circulatory system, thinning the blood and maintaining the elasticity of blood vessels. It contains vitamin A, B, and P. In case of obesity, nutritionists recommend eating 30-40 grams of almonds per day.
Compared to meat or most vegetables, nuts have 2-3 times more vitamins and minerals. Of course, they cannot be eaten by half a kilogram, but per 100 grams of mass, this product is richer in nutrients.
The composition contains calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, which are needed for all vital systems of human life. The work of the heart, digestion, nervous and musculoskeletal systems improves. Amino acids have a positive effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
It must be remembered that most of the nutrients and beneficial properties are lost after the heat treatment of the product.
All types of nuts are useful in a certain dosage, if people do not have contraindications to their use (for example, an allergy to peanuts).
Types
In nature, there are many different types of plants, the use of which can affect the human body both positively and adversely.
Let’s talk in more detail about the most popular types of nuts that are eaten. You can usually buy them in large supermarkets, where there is a good selection.
Peanut
Peanuts are rich in proteins, vegetable fats, vitamin E and folic acid. Considered a leguminous plant. The whole fruit is covered with a dense shell, where the peanut itself ripens. You can eat to prevent many serious diseases: gastritis and ulcers, ischemia, diabetes, oncological pathologies and immune system disorders.
Sometimes you can find pots with flowering peanuts on people’s windowsills, it blooms beautifully.
Pine nut
One of the best varieties is pine nuts. It has many useful properties that have a beneficial effect on the human body. Useful for pregnant women.
Almonds
This is a good choice for those who adhere to a healthy diet, who do not want to get excess carbohydrates from food. These nuts are rich in nutrients without starch. This variety is rich in vegetable fats. Almonds contain a large number of substances that help the heart. It is believed that it is best to consume raw almonds, they contain much more vitamins.
Cashew
Cashew nuts have a hard shell that is removed by heat treatment. It is better to give preference to dried fruits. They can be stored for a long time if placed in a separate sealed container.
Fistashki
Pistachios grow in a strong shell. When it opens slightly, it means that the fruits are ripe. The nut itself is green, the greener it is, the tastier it is.
It contains a lot of vitamin E and B. It is not recommended for people who are prone to allergies of various kinds.
Walnut
Walnut is the most common in our country. Rich in various nutrients and trace elements. It has a positive effect on the male reproductive system, being considered a natural aphrodisiac.
Funduk
Hazelnuts are completely covered with a strong thick shell, in which they ripen. When the fruit begins to rattle, it means that it is ripe and can be eaten. Contains vegetable fats, fiber, folic acid. Suitable for pregnant women, as there are no complex compounds and enzymes in the composition.
Macadamia
This name is quite rare. Eating macadamia in small amounts can help the body with cholesterol. The composition contains zinc, thiamine, potassium, iron, magnesium.
Pekan
It is believed that pecans contain the highest amount of fat. It is thanks to this that this variety very quickly saturates our body. It has long been assumed that it is a good source of energy, and saturates the body well. This is due to the high fat content. Of course, pecans are rich in vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
There is another unusual variety that cannot be ignored – gray walnut. Gray walnut is a long-lived, capable of growing for more than 300 years. Fruits will begin to appear 10 years after germination. The gray nut has tasty and buttery kernels when the outer shell is peeled off. Gray walnut is also called Manchurian. Gray walnut got its name because of the color of the branches, not the fruit.
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